Glossary C
Deutsch: Kriterien / Español: Criterios / Português: Critérios / Français: Critères / Italiano: Criteri /
A Criteria (singular = criterion) is Descriptive factors taken into account by EPA in setting standards for various pollutants. These factors are used to determine limits on allowable Concentration levels, and to limit the number of violations per year. When issued by EPA, the Criteria provide guidance to the states on how to establish their standards.
Deutsch: Kriterienluftschadstoffe / Español: Contaminantes del aire criterio / Português: Contaminantes do ar critérios / Français: Contaminants de l'air critères / Italiano: Contaminanti atmosferici criteri /
Criteria air contaminants (CACs) means Emissions of criteria air contaminants contribute to smog, poor air quality and acid rain.
Deutsch: Kriterium / Español: Criterio / Português: Critério / Français: Critère / Italiano: Criterio
Criterion in the environmental context refers to a standard or principle used to assess, measure, or guide decisions related to sustainability, conservation, and ecological impact. Environmental criteria are applied in policy-making, environmental certifications, sustainability assessments, and ecological evaluations to ensure responsible environmental practices.
Deutsch: Anbau / Español: Cultivo / Português: Cultivo / Français: Culture / Italiano: Coltivazione /
In the environmental context, "crop" refers to plants or agricultural products that are grown and harvested for food, fuel, or other uses. Crops play a critical role in global food security and can have significant environmental impacts, including habitat destruction, soil erosion, and pesticide pollution.