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decarbonization

decarbonization

6.8
To remove carbon from a material, for example when making metal
  • noun
  • /diːˌkɑːrbənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : descarbonización
  • Effective decarbonization is essential for producing high-quality metals in modern manufacturing.

Examples

  • The steel plant invested in new technology to improve the decarbonization of its products.

  • Effective decarbonization in manufacturing is crucial for creating sustainable and high-quality metal products.

  • Environmental policies now encourage the decarbonization of industrial processes to reduce emissions.

  • The company's decarbonization efforts have been impressive.

  • Decarbonization is essential for a sustainable future.

  • The steel plant invested in new technology to improve the decarbonization of its products and minimize environmental impact.

  • Environmental policies now encourage the decarbonization of industrial processes to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Surface Forms

decarbonization singular
decarbonizations plural

Morphology

decarbonization = decarbonize (transparent) = de + carbon + ize + ation

The noun is a regular and easily interpretable action/result formation from the verb 'decarbonize'.

Etymology

Decarbonization comes from de- meaning 'remove' and carbon (from Latin carbo meaning 'coal' or 'charcoal'), so it means 'taking out carbon' from a material. That's why the word is used when factories or processes remove carbon to make cleaner metals or products.