nutrient neutrality

noun

The principle of ensuring that new developments or activities do not increase the levels of nutrient pollution, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, in nearby waterbodies, particularly those sensitive to eutrophication.

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Meanings

nounnutrient neutrality (uncountable)
  1. uncountableThe principle of ensuring that new developments or activities do not increase the levels of nutrient pollution, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, in nearby waterbodies, particularly those sensitive to eutrophication.
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