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A Conservation Tillage is any tillage and planting system that covers 30 percent or more of the soil surface with crop residue, after planting, to reduce soil Erosion by water. Where

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Deutsch: Naturschützer / Español: Conservacionista / Português: Conservacionista / Français: Conservationniste / Italiano: Conservazionista

Conservationist refers to an individual dedicated to the protection, preservation, and sustainable management of Natural resources and biodiversity. They work to maintain healthy ecosystems and ensure that natural environments are safeguarded for future generations.

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A Conserve is To use wisely, avoiding waste.

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A Consolidated Human Activity Database (CHAD): is Based on actual daily diary summaries for more than 22,000

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A Consolidated Metropolitan Statistical Area (CMSA) is an area with a population of one million or more and meets other statistical criteria.

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A Constant Air Volume Systems is air handling system that provides a constant air flow while varying the temperature to meet heating and Cooling needs.

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A Constituent(s) of Concern is Specific chemicals that are identified for evaluation in the site assessment process

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A Construction and Demolition Waste is Waste building materials, Dredging materials, tree stumps, and rubble resulting from construction, remodeling, repair, and demolition of homes,

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A Construction Ban is If, under the Clean Air Act, EPA disapproves an area's planning requirements for correcting nonattainment, EPA can ban the construction or modification of any major stationary source of the pollutant for which the area is in nonattainment.

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Deutsch: Beratung / Español: Consulta / Português: Consulta / Français: Consultation / Italiano: Consultazione

Consultation in the environment context refers to the process of seeking expert advice, opinions, or feedback from stakeholders, communities, and specialists on matters related to environmental management, Policy-making, and project implementation. This process is integral to ensuring that environmental decisions are informed, inclusive, and reflective of diverse perspectives and expertise. Consultation can involve a range of activities, from public hearings and community meetings to formal reviews by environmental experts and interdisciplinary collaborations.

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