Environmental (E) Vocabulary
1. Sustainability – The ability to maintain or support an activity or process over
the long term without depleting resources.
2. Carbon footprint – The amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds
emitted due to human activities.
3. Climate change – Long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other
atmospheric conditions on Earth.
4. Renewable energy – Energy from natural resources that are continually
replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power.
5. Pollution – The introduction of harmful substances or products into the
environment.
6. Recycling – The process of converting waste into reusable materials.
7. Greenhouse gases – Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to
global warming (e.g., carbon dioxide, methane).
8. Biodiversity – The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat or the
world as a whole.
9. Waste management – The collection, transport, and disposal or recycling of
waste materials.
10. Energy efficiency – The goal of using less energy to perform the same task or
produce the same result.
Social (S) Vocabulary
1. Human rights – Fundamental rights and freedoms to which all people are
entitled, such as the right to life, liberty, and equality.
2. Fair wages – Payment for work that is reasonable and just, ensuring employees
are paid a fair amount for their labor.
3. Diversity – The inclusion of different types of people (e.g., races, genders,
cultures) in a group or organization.
4. Inclusion – The practice of creating a culture in which all individuals, regardless
of their differences, are welcomed and valued.
5. Community engagement – Involvement in and support of local communities
through projects, outreach, and participation.
6. Employee welfare – The health, safety, and well-being of workers in a
company.
7. Health and safety – Measures taken to prevent accidents and ensure the
physical and mental well-being of workers.
8. Social justice – The fair distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges in a
society.
9. Gender equality – The state of equal access to resources and opportunities
regardless of gender.
10. Labor rights – Legal rights protecting workers, such as the right to fair
treatment and conditions.
Governance (G) Vocabulary
1. Transparency – Openness in the actions, decisions, and operations of a
company, allowing stakeholders to understand and review them.
2. Accountability – The responsibility of individuals or organizations to explain
their actions and decisions and be held responsible for them.
3. Board of directors – A group of individuals elected to represent shareholders
and oversee the activities of a company.
4. Corruption – Dishonest or unethical behavior by people in power, such as
bribery or fraud.
5. Compliance – Adherence to laws, regulations, and policies that govern business
practices.
6. Ethical practices – Actions and decisions made based on moral principles that
promote fairness and integrity.
7. Shareholder rights – The rights of individuals or groups who own shares in a
company, such as voting on major decisions.
8. Stakeholders – Individuals or groups with an interest or concern in a company’s
activities, including employees, customers, investors, and communities.
9. Internal controls – Policies and procedures implemented by a company to
ensure the integrity of financial reporting and compliance with laws.
10. Risk management – The process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks
that may affect a company's operations or reputation.