Glossary D
Deutsch: Entwicklungsindikator / Español: indicador de desarrollo / Português: indicador de desenvolvimento / Français: indicateur de développement / Italiano: indicatore di sviluppo
Development indicator in the environmental context refers to metrics or measures used to assess and compare the level of development, particularly sustainable development, across different regions or countries. These indicators often encompass economic, social, and environmental dimensions, providing a holistic view of development progress and challenges.
A Deviation is an abnormality or a departure from what is required or expected. In numerical data sets, the difference or distance of an individual observation or data value
Deutsch: Diagnose / Español: Diagnóstico / Português: Diagnóstico / Français: Diagnostic / Italiano: Diagnosi
In the environmental context, diagnose refers to the process of identifying and understanding environmental problems, conditions, or changes. This involves analyzing data, assessing ecological health, and determining the causes and effects of environmental issues. Diagnosing environmental problems is crucial for developing effective management strategies, Policy-making, and conservation efforts aimed at addressing challenges such as pollution, biodiversity loss, climate change, and habitat degradation.