noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
environmental degradation; deterioration of the environment
Refers to the worsening of natural surroundings, often due to pollution, deforestation, or climate change. Used in formal and technical contexts.
環境悪化が進むと、生態系に深刻な影響が出る。
As environmental degradation progresses, it has a serious impact on ecosystems.
工場排水が原因で川の環境悪化が問題になっている。
Environmental degradation of the river caused by factory wastewater has become a problem.