ecological

/ ˌiːkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl /

adjective

1. of or relating to ecology

2. (of a practice, policy, product, etc) tending to benefit or cause minimal damage to the environment

Other Word Forms

• ecologically adverb

Example Sentences

It provides an unprecedented basis for ecological modeling, conservation prioritization, and cross-regional research on vulnerable island ecosystems.

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She said it also reduced the ecological impact on the surrounding area if ashes were buried instead of being scattered.

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To assess the projects, a combination of satellite imagery, local field teams and ecological measures will be put in place to make sure more trees are being planted than what would naturally occur.

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Although previous studies have linked forever chemicals to serious human health issues, such as certain cancers and reproductive disorders, their broader ecological impacts remain uncertain.

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Degraded forests may look intact from above, but they lose a significant portion of their biomass and ecological function.

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