Auðlindir
Auðlindir, also known as natural resources, are substances or materials found in the natural environment that can be used for economic gain. These resources can be renewable, such as solar energy, wind, and water, or non-renewable, like minerals, fossil fuels, and metals. The exploitation of these resources has been a driving force behind human civilization's development and growth.
Renewable resources are those that can be replenished naturally over a relatively short period. Solar energy,
Non-renewable resources, on the other hand, take millions of years to form and cannot be replenished within
The extraction and use of natural resources have significant environmental and social impacts. The exploitation of
The responsible management of natural resources is crucial for sustainable development. This involves the efficient use