Environmental Governance
Definition(s)
A preventive, company-specific environmental protection initiative. It is intended to minimize waste and emissions and maximize product output.. (Source: Wikipedia)
The continuous application of preventive environmental strategies to processes, products, and services to increase efficiency and reduce risks to humans and the environment. (Source: UNEP, RECP programme)
Hierarchy
Broader: green economy
Related terms:
cleaner production
ecofriendly process
ecofriendly product
resource efficient production
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