The science of the relationship and interaction of living organisms with their inanimate (e.g. climate, soil) and their animate environment, as well as the study of resource and energy management in the biosphere and its sub-categories. The study of the detrimental effects of modern civilization on the environment, with a view toward prevention or reversal through conservation.
• Careful, thrifty management of resources, such as money, materials, or labor.
• An orderly, functional arrangement of parts; on organized system.
• Efficient, sparing, or conservative use.
This movement aims to create environmentally friendly, energy-efficient buildings and developments by effectively managing natural resources.
