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Environment statistics
The development of methodologies and data collection in support of the development and harmonization of national and international statistics on the environment.
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methane (CH4)
Environment; Environment statistics
Colourless, non-poisonous and flammable gaseous hydrocarbon created by anaerobic decomposition of organic compounds. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas.
pressure-state-response framework
Environment; Environment statistics
Framework proposed for environmental indicators and indicators of sustainable development. See also framework for indicators of sustainable development.
secondary radiation
Environment; Environment statistics
Radiation originating from the absorption of previous radiation in matter. It may be in the form either of electromagnetic waves or of moving particles.
dissolved solids
Environment; Environment statistics
Disintegrated organic and inorganic material contained in water. Excessive amounts make water unsuitable for drinking or for use in industrial processes.
protected area
Environment; Environment statistics
Legally established land or water area under either public or private ownership that is regulated and managed to achieve specific conservation objectives.
air pollution index (API)
Environment; Environment statistics
Quantitative measure that describes ambient air quality. The index is obtained by combining figures for various air pollutants into a single measurement.
biological waste
Environment; Environment statistics
Waste containing mostly natural organic materials (remains of plants, animal excrement, biological sludge from waste-water treatment plants and so forth).
