Unit 5 Vocab
CLIMATE PROJECT GLOSSARYUnless otherwise noted, this work is licensed under CC BY 4.0. Credit: “Climate Project Glossary”, OER Project, www.oerproject.com/Unit 5Lesson 5.1TermDefinitionExample SentencehydrologistA scientist who studies water, its properties, and its movement.There will be growing demand for scientists, including hydrologists, soil and plant scientists, and atmospheric researchers.epidemiologistA health professional who studies the cause and transmission of diseases.In the future, fields like healthcare may expand as more nurses, epidemiologists, and public-health officials are needed to handle new health risks caused by climate change.sectorA distinct area of the economy.Trade schools and vocational programs, especially in the energy and construction sectors, can help workers move into climate-related careers.Lesson 5.2TermDefinitionExample SentencemigrationThe process of people leaving their homes temporarily or permanently.Climate change is driving migration as rising sea levels and extreme weather force people to relocate to safer areas.implementationThe process of carrying out or putting something into effect.The implementation of stricter emissions regulations has helped reduce air pollution and encourage the use of renewable energy.Lesson 5.3TermDefinitionExample SentencepolicyA law, rule, process, practice, or action of a government or other organization, often used as a basis for decision-making.The government implemented a policy requiring all new buildings to use energy-efficient heating and cooling systems.advocacyAction done in support of a cause, policy, or candidate. After years of advocacy, the students successfully pushed the school district to transition to electric buses.subsidyMoney provided by the government to help make a product or service more affordable.The government introduced a subsidy for electric vehicles to make them more affordable and to encourage the transition to clean transportation.research and development (R&D)The process of investigating, designing, and creating new products, technologies, or improvements to existing systems.For many companies, zero-carbon cement is still in the research and development phase with the processes and designs still being developed.standardsModels or expected rules of measure established by an authority such as a government.Many countries have adopted strict emissions standards to reduce air pollution and combat climate change.
CLIMATE PROJECT GLOSSARY2Lesson 5.4TermDefinitionExample SentenceadvocacyAction done in support of a cause, policy, or candidate.After years of advocacy, the students successfully pushed the school district to transition to electric buses.resolutionA formal statement by a legislative body adopted as their opinion or intent. The students successfully advocated for their school board to adopt a clean energy resolution, setting a goal of 100% renewable energy by 2030.incentiveSomething that motivates someone to perform a desired action. Some climate policies use tax incentives to encourage businesses and individuals to purchase energy efficient equipment or install solar power.proposalA suggested course of action put forward for consideration. A group of students persisted until the commissioners recommended their zoning proposal to allow for wind turbines.