Glossary I

The Environmental Glossary. Letter I +++ Popular Articles: 'Information', 'Impact', 'Indicator'

An indicator development is the process through which an indicator is identified, tested, and implemented.

Indicators are Measurements that track over time the state of air, water, and land resources, pressures on those resources, and resulting effects on ecological condition and human health.

Deutsch: Indonesien / Español: Indonesia / Português: Indonésia / Français: Indonésie / Italiano: Indonesia

Indonesia in the environmental context refers to the Southeast Asian archipelago nation’s rich biodiversity, natural resources, and the environmental challenges it faces, particularly concerning deforestation, marine conservation, and climate change. Indonesia is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries, home to unique ecosystems such as rainforests and coral reefs, but it also confronts significant environmental issues due to rapid development, resource extraction, and illegal practices.

In the environmental context, 'indoor' refers to the enclosed or internal environment within buildings or structures. It pertains to the quality, conditions, and factors that affect the well-being of occupants in indoor spaces.

An INDOOR AIR POLLUTANT is Particles and dust, fibers, mists, bioaerosols, and gases or vapors.

Deutsch: Innenraumluftverschmutzung / Español: Contaminación del aire interior / Português: Poluição do ar interno / Français: Pollution de l'air intérieur / Italiano: Inquinamento dell'aria interna

Indoor air pollution refers to the presence of harmful pollutants in the air within buildings and other enclosed spaces. In the environmental context, it involves the study of the sources, types, and effects of air pollutants that accumulate indoors, affecting human health and well-being. Common sources of indoor air pollution include cooking, heating, tobacco smoke, building materials, chemicals, and inadequate ventilation. Indoor air pollution poses significant risks, especially in developing countries, where solid fuels are often used for cooking and heating.

Deutsch: Induktion / Español: Inducción / Português: Indução / Français: Induction / Italiano: Induzione

Induction in the environmental context refers to a process or method by which energy is transferred or generated through electromagnetic fields without direct contact between the source and the receiver. This technology is increasingly used in various applications to promote energy efficiency, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and minimize environmental impact.

An Induction of asthma is the process of lung sensitization and respiratory Inflammation resulting in increased difficulty with breathing; it can be caused by a variety of external stimuli (e.g., pollens, air pollutants, viruses, animal hair, mites, and roach feces).

- Industrial Air Pollution : An Industrial Air Pollution is This term refers to the emissions of the following pollutants: sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, mercury, and carbon dioxide.

Deutsch: Industrielle Entwicklung / Español: Desarrollo industrial / Português: Desenvolvimento industrial / Français: Développement industriel / Italiano: Sviluppo industriale

Industrial development refers to the process of expanding and advancing industrial activities, which include manufacturing, production, and the exploitation of resources. In the context of the environment, it focuses on the interaction between industrial growth and ecological sustainability. As industries grow, they can have significant impacts on the environment, including resource depletion, pollution, and habitat destruction. Balancing industrial growth with environmental protection is key to sustainable development.