Glossary R
Deutsch: Freisetzung / Español: Liberación / Português: Liberação / Français: Libération / Italiano: Rilascio /
A Release is when a hazardous substance goes from a controlled condition (for example, inside a truck, barrel, storage tank, or landfill) to an uncontrolled condition in the air, water, or land.
The Reliability is the ability of a system, process, or parameter to do what is expected or specified under set conditions and designated time interval without failure.
Deutsch: Nachwachsender Rohstoff / Español: Recurso renovable - Recurso renovable / Português: Recurso natural renovável - Recurso natural renovável / Français: Ressource renouvelable - Ressource renouvelable
A renewable resource is a natural resource which can replenish with the passage of time, either through biological reproduction or other naturally recurring processes. Renewable resources are a part of Earth's natural environment and the largest components of its ecosphere.
Deutsch: Renovierung / Español: Renovación / Português: Renovação / Français: Rénovation / Italiano: Ristrutturazione
In the environment context, "Renovation" refers to the process of improving or modernizing existing structures, landscapes, or systems to enhance their sustainability, efficiency, and harmony with the natural environment. This can involve adopting green building practices, using sustainable materials, and implementing technologies that reduce environmental impact. Renovation in this context aims not only to update or restore but also to transform spaces and infrastructures in ways that promote environmental stewardship and reduce carbon footprints.
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