Glossary P
Participation in the environmental context refers to the active involvement of individuals, communities, and organizations in decision-making processes and actions that affect the environment. This encompasses a wide range of activities, from local community efforts to restore and protect natural habitats, to global movements advocating for policy changes to address climate change and environmental degradation. Participation aims to empower stakeholders, ensure diverse voices are heard, and promote more sustainable and equitable environmental management practices.
A Particulate Matter is a tiny (microscopic) matter in the atmosphere. It might be solid or liquid.
A Parts per billion (ppb) is a unit commonly used to express a Concentration Ratio (proportion) equal to 10-9.