Glossary P
Poultry refers to domesticated birds that are primarily raised for meat, eggs, or both. Poultry farming is a significant agricultural practice worldwide, and it has various environmental implications.
Deutsch: Pulveraktivkohle / Español: Carbón activado en polvo / Português: Carvão ativado em pó / Français: Charbon actif en poudre / Italiano: Carbone attivo in polvere
Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) is a highly porous, fine-grained form of activated carbon used primarily for the adsorption of contaminants in liquid and gaseous phases. Its large surface area and tailored pore structure enable efficient removal of organic compounds, heavy metals, and other pollutants, making it indispensable in environmental engineering, water treatment, and industrial processes. Due to its versatility and effectiveness, PAC is widely applied in both municipal and industrial settings, though its handling and disposal require careful consideration to avoid secondary environmental impacts.
Deutsch: Power / Español: Power / Português: Power / Français: Power / Italiano: Power
In an environmental context, "power" refers to the capacity to generate and distribute energy. This can refer to both traditional forms of energy such as electricity and fossil fuels, as well as renewable forms of energy such as wind, solar, and hydropower.
The Power Curve is the probability of rejecting the baseline condition over the range of the population.
Deutsch: Energieerzeugung / Español: Generación de energía / Português: Geração de energia / Français: Production d’énergie / Italiano: Generazione di energia
Power generation in the environment context refers to the process of producing electricity or mechanical energy from various sources while considering its environmental impact. Sustainable and renewable energy sources are increasingly emphasized to reduce pollution and mitigate climate change.