Windward

by | Jul 31, 2000 | Green Terms "W"

WINDWARD The side of a mountain facing the direction from which the wind is blowing (in the United States, the western side). Warm air ascends, forms clouds, and yields precipitation on this side.

Wood Pellets

by | Jul 31, 2000 | Green Terms "W"

WOOD PELLETS Wood pellets are a type of wood fuel, generally made from compacted sawdust. They are usually produced as a bye-product of sawmilling and other wood transformation activities. The pellets are extremely dense and can be produced with a low humidity content...

Salinity

by | Jul 30, 2000 | Green Terms "S"

SALINITY The degree of salt in water. The rise in sea level due to global warming would result in increased salinity of rivers, bays and aquifers. This would affect drinking water, agriculture and wildlife.