Netto-Null
/ˈnɛto ˈnʊl/noun★Intermediate
technical
A state where the amount of greenhouse gases emitted is balanced by the amount removed from the atmosphere, resulting in no net increase in emissions.
Die EU hat sich verpflichtet, bis 2050 Netto-Null zu erreichen.
The EU has committed to achieving net zero by 2050.
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Often used in climate policy and sustainability discussions.
Collocations
Netto-Null-Emissionennet-zero emissionsNetto-Null-Strategienet-zero strategy
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Related Phrases
Klimaneutralitätphrase
climate neutrality
💡Pro Tip
Context Matters
Netto-Null is primarily used in discussions about climate change and sustainability, not in everyday conversation.
⚡Gold Rule
Capitalization
In German, 'Netto-Null' is always capitalized as a noun phrase.
📖Word Origin
From 'netto' (net) and 'Null' (zero), referring to a balance between emissions and removals.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in environmental and climate policy contexts. Often paired with specific targets (e.g., 'bis 2050').
Word Breakdown
Netto
net
prefixNull
zero
suffixDeutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch