Patterns in Resource Consumption Definition

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resource
a source of supply, support, or aid, especially one that can be readily drawn upon when needed
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neo-Malthusian
the view that the rate of increase of a population should be controlled. overpopulation resulting in war, famine and epidemic.
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anti-Malthusian
the view that the rate of increase of a population shouldn't be controlled.
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oil
a liquid derived from petroleum, for use of a fuel. (non-renewable fossil fuel)
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geopolitical
politics, especially international relations, as influenced by geographical factors.
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conservation
the action of conserving something (preservation).
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waste reduction
Waste minimization is the process and the policy of reducing the amount of waste produced by a person or a society. Waste minimization involves efforts to minimize resource and energy use during manufacture.
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recycling
converting (waste) into reusable material.
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substitution
the action of replacing someone or something with another person or thing.
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the view that the rate of increase of a population should be controlled. overpopulation resulting in war, famine and epidemic.

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