environmental responsibility JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ɛnvɪrɒnˈmentəl rɪˌspɒnsəbɪlɪti/ · en.vi.ron-men.tal.res.pon.sib.i.li
noun
- A sense of duty to protect and preserve the natural environment. The company's commitment to environmental responsibility led to the implementation of sustainable practices in their manufacturing process.
noun
- The actions and decisions taken by individuals, organizations, or governments to mitigate the impact of human activities on the environment. The government's environmental responsibility policies aimed to reduce carbon emissions and promote eco-friendly technologies.
noun
- A feeling of accountability for the consequences of one's actions on the environment. The students felt a sense of environmental responsibility when they learned about the effects of pollution on local wildlife.
Synonyms
sustainabilityecological awarenessgreen practicesconservationeco-friendlinessenvironmental stewardshipgreen responsibility
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of environmental responsibility has been a growing concern since the 1960s, with the publication of Rachel Carson's book 'Silent Spring' in 1962, which highlighted the devastating effects of pesticides on the environment.