natural resource
noun
1
natural resources plural
: industrial materials and capacities (such as mineral deposits and waterpower) supplied by nature
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While the cause remains unknown, experts believe pollution from companies exploiting natural resources could be to blame.
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Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
The goal is to ensure that development serves the needs of current and future residents without compromising the quality of life or natural resources.
—Kerri-Ann Nesbeth, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2025
At the same time, Whalen added, his tours are opportunities to showcase the importance of protecting natural resources.
—Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 2 Feb. 2025
Among the spate of executive orders issued by the Trump Administration in the last two weeks was a key directive about Alaska’s public lands and natural resources.
—Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 31 Jan. 2025
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Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 7 Feb. 2025
The goal is to ensure that development serves the needs of current and future residents without compromising the quality of life or natural resources.
—Kerri-Ann Nesbeth, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2025
At the same time, Whalen added, his tours are opportunities to showcase the importance of protecting natural resources.
—Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 2 Feb. 2025
Among the spate of executive orders issued by the Trump Administration in the last two weeks was a key directive about Alaska’s public lands and natural resources.
—Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 31 Jan. 2025
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“Natural resource.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/natural%20resource. Accessed 12 Feb. 2025.
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