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Deutsch: Zentrale Drehachse / Español: Pivot Central / Português: Pivô Central / Français: Pivot Central / Italiano: Centro Pivot /
A Center Pivot is a type of Irrigation system that consists of a wheel-driven frame that supports a seriesDeutsch: Mitteleuropa / Español: Europa Central / Português: Europa Central / Français: Europe centrale / Italiano: Europa centrale
The term Central Europe refers to a geographically and culturally diverse region at the heart of the European continent, characterized by its transitional climate, varied landscapes, and complex environmental challenges. This area plays a pivotal role in European ecology, climate policy, and sustainable development, bridging Western and Eastern Europe while facing unique ecological pressures.
CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act), also known as Superfund, is a significant piece of environmental legislation in the United States. It was enacted by Congress in 1980 to address the cleanup and management of hazardous waste sites and incidents of environmental contamination. CERCLA is a crucial framework for dealing with environmental hazards, allocating responsibility for cleanup, and protecting public health and the environment.
CERCLIS (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Information System) is a database that includes all sites which have been nominated for investigation by the Superfund program.
Deutsch: Zertifizierung / Español: Certificación / Português: Certificação / Français: Certification / Italiano: Certificazione
In the environmental context, "certification" refers to the process by which an authoritative body verifies that a product, service, company, or professional meets specific standards for environmental performance, sustainability, or ecological impact. This process is intended to promote transparency, accountability, and improvement in environmental practices across various industries. Certifications are often used as a tool to assure consumers and stakeholders that certain environmental criteria have been met and to differentiate products and services in the market.