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Deutsch: Lebenszyklus / Español: Ciclo de vida / Português: Ciclo de vida / Français: Cycle de vie / Italiano: Ciclo di vita
Lifecycle in the environmental context refers to the complete sequence of stages that a product, service, or material goes through, from its creation to its disposal or recycling. This concept helps assess the environmental impacts at each stage of the lifecycle, including raw material extraction, manufacturing, distribution, usage, and end-of-life management. Lifecycle thinking is crucial for understanding and minimising the environmental footprint of products, services, and processes.
Deutsch: Lebensdauer / Español: Duración de vida / Português: Vida útil / Français: Durée de vie / Italiano: Durata di vita
Lifespan in the environmental context refers to the duration of time that a product, material, or ecosystem component remains functional and effective before it needs to be replaced, disposed of, or naturally decomposes. The concept of lifespan is crucial in assessing the environmental impact of various products and systems, as longer lifespans generally contribute to sustainability by reducing waste, resource Consumption, and the need for frequent replacements.
A Lifetime (Atmospheric) is the lifetime of a greenhouse gas refers to the approximate amount of time it would take for the anthropogenic increment to an atmospheric pollutant concentration to return to its natural level
"Light acclimatization" in the environmental context refers to the process by which organisms adjust to changes in light intensity and quality in their habitats. This adaptation is crucial for a wide range of species, including plants, animals, and microorganisms, enabling them to optimize their growth, Behavior, and survival under varying light conditions. Light acclimatization involves physiological and sometimes behavioral changes that allow organisms to manage the energy they receive from sunlight or other light sources efficiently.
Deutsch: Leicht / Español: Ligero / Português: Leve / Français: Léger / Italiano: Leggero
Lightweight in the environmental context refers to materials, products, or designs that are characterized by being less heavy and requiring fewer resources to produce, transport, and use. These lightweight solutions are often pursued to reduce the environmental footprint by lowering energy consumption, minimizing emissions, and enhancing efficiency in various applications.