Erosion refers to the gradual wearing away of soil, rock, or other surface materials through natural processes such as water flow, wind, or glacier movement. It is a critical concept in real estate, agriculture, environmental planning, and construction, as it affects land stability, property values, and ecosystem health.
Land Use Succession refers to the change in the predominant use of a neighborhood or area over time, often driven by social, economic, and environmental factors. This process can significantly alter the character and demographic makeup of a region.
The National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP) is a multidisciplinary association dedicated to the advancement of environmental professions through education, networking, and certification programs. It serves as a forum for state-of-the-art information on environmental planning, research, and management, and provides a network of professional contacts across various sectors.
Reclamation refers to the process of converting land from an unusable or undevelopable state into a usable or developable state. It contrasts with Mitigation Land Bank.
A retention pond is a reservoir designed to hold a specific amount of water indefinitely. Typically, the pond will drain to another location when the water level exceeds the desired level. This term is often used in contrast to a detention pond.
