B2 Environment

a natural disaster caused by heavy rain that causes water to overflow and cover land that is usually dry

• drought

• flood

an increase in the Earth's average surface temperature due to rising levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, primarily caused by human activities

• global warming

• climate change

energy derived from sources that are restored naturally and quickly, such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and do not contribute to climate change

• renewable energies

• fossil fuels

the amount of greenhouse gases, mainly carbon dioxide, released into the atmosphere as a result of an individual's or organization's activities, including transportation, energy use, and food consumption

• carbon footprint

• greenhouse effect

the clearing of forests, often for agricultural or commercial purposes, which can lead to soil erosion, loss of biodiversity, and increased greenhouse gas emissions

• logging

• deforestation

energy sources such as coal, oil, and gas that are formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals over millions of years

• renewable energies

• fossil fuels

a severe winter storm characterized by strong winds, low temperatures, and heavy snowfall that can make travel difficult or impossible

• hailstorm

• blizzard

a sudden and fast-moving flow of snow down a mountain slope, often causing destruction in its path

• landslide

• avalanche

a sudden shaking or trembling of the earth's surface caused by movements within the earth's crust or volcanic activity

• earthquake

• tornado

a layer of oil floating on the surface of water, typically caused by an oil spill or leak, which can harm marine life and ecosystems

• oil stain

• oil slick