New environment-related words: A rich eco-vocabulary

New environment-related words are on the rise. Often formed from the prefixes eco- or bio-, these neologisms designate the new realities of climate change as well as the solutions being used to fight it.

Learn about new concepts by filling in the blank with the correct neologism!

1. is a non-fossil fuel made from plants that is used for different types of engines.a) Biofuelb) Ecofuelc) Carboneutral
2. is an environmentally friendly culinary trend that focuses on the pleasure of healthy eating and on preserving food heritage.a) Fast foodb) Slow foodc) Fair food
3. A recognizes that action is needed to address climate change, but does not see an urgent need for concrete action.a) climate delayerb) climate outlierc) climate denier
4. is a form of agriculture that is energy-efficient, eco-friendly and in harmony with the way nature works.a) Perma-agricultureb) Permagriculturec) Permaculture
5. harness the energy from ocean currents to produce electricity.a) Marinoturbinesb) Hydroturbinesc) Marine turbines
6. are vertical surfaces on which plants are grown.a) Verticulturesb) Standing gardensc) Vertical gardens
7. is the world's stock of natural resources, seen as a means of producing ecological goods and services.a) Natural capitalb) Green fundc) Bio-legacy
8. The makes the polluter pay for the costs incurred in combatting pollution.a) pollution pays principleb) pollupay principlec) polluter pays principle
9. People with feel distress over the environmental upheaval caused by climate change.a) eco-preoccupationb) eco-worryc) ecoanxiety
10. is the feeling of shame experienced by an environmentally conscious person when travelling by plane.a) Aeroshameb) Flight shamec) Aeroabstinence