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/ɛkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl kɒnˈsɜːrʋeɪʃən/ · e.col.o.gi.cal.con.ser.va.tion
noun
- The practice of protecting and preserving the natural environment, including ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural resources, to maintain their health and integrity. The government implemented policies to promote ecological conservation in the national park.
noun
- The preservation of ecological processes and systems, including the natural cycles of water, air, and soil, to maintain their balance and function. The company's ecological conservation efforts included reducing waste and implementing sustainable practices.
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- The protection of ecosystems and biodiversity from human activities that harm the environment, such as pollution, deforestation, and climate change. The community came together to advocate for ecological conservation in the face of industrial development.
Synonyms
environmental conservationnatural preservationecosystem protectionbiodiversity conservationsustainable managementecological sustainability
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Did you know? The concept of ecological conservation has been influenced by the work of early naturalists, such as Charles Darwin and Henry David Thoreau, who recognized the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.