environmental policy
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environmental policy
All political measures, laws, goals, and strategies concerned with protecting the natural environment, preserving nature, and using resources sustainably.
Die Umweltpolitik der Regierung zielt darauf ab, die CO2-Emissionen bis 2030 deutlich zu senken.
The government's environmental policy aims to significantly reduce CO2 emissions by 2030.
The word is a clear compound of 'die Umwelt' (the environment) and 'die Politik' (policy/politics). So it refers to all political actions related to the environment.
Die neue Umweltpolitik wurde im Parlament diskutiert.
The new environmental policy was discussed in parliament.
The component 'Umwelt-' (environmental) is very productive in German. If you recognize it, you can understand many other words, for example 'der Umweltschutz' (environmental protection), 'die Umweltzone' (environmental zone), or 'umweltfreundlich' (environmentally friendly).
Viele Städte richten Umweltzonen ein, um die Luftqualität zu verbessern.
Many cities set up environmental zones to improve air quality.
In connection with 'Umweltpolitik' (environmental policy), verbs that describe political processes are often used. Typical combinations are 'Umweltpolitik betreiben' (to pursue environmental policy), 'gestalten' (to shape), or 'verschärfen' (to tighten).
Die Opposition fordert die Regierung auf, eine strengere Umweltpolitik zu betreiben.
The opposition is calling on the government to pursue a stricter environmental policy.
environmental protection
Umweltschutz refers to the goal and concrete activities involved in protecting the environment. Umweltpolitik, by contrast, is the political field of action involving corresponding goals, strategies, laws, and government measures. Umweltschutz is therefore appropriate for a conservation campaign, while Umweltpolitik fits political decisions.
Die Regierung beschließt neue Klimaziele und ändert damit ihre Umweltpolitik.
The government is adopting new climate targets and thereby changing its environmental policy.
Die Stadt pflanzt neue Bäume und verbessert damit den Umweltschutz.
The city is planting new trees, thereby improving environmental protection.
