エコロジー
also: エコロジ
Meanings
1
Scientific study of the relationships between organisms and their environment. Often used in academic or technical contexts.
See also: 生態学
He is majoring in ecology at university.
2
environmentalism; environmental movement
Refers to the social and political movement aimed at protecting the natural environment. Broader than the scientific sense.
Interest in environmentalism is growing.
Usage patterns
- エコロジーに関心を持つto be interested in ecology/environmentalism
Young people these days are interested in environmentalism.
- エコロジーを重視するto place importance on ecology/environmentalism
This company places importance on ecology in product development.
- エコロジーの観点からfrom an ecological/environmental point of view
From an ecological standpoint, this plan has problems.