ecològiques

Ecològiques is the feminine plural form of ecològic, an adjective in Catalan used to describe things related to ecology or to practices intended to protect the environment and promote sustainability. The term can refer to ideas, methods, products, or policies that aim to minimize environmental impact or to work in harmony with natural systems.

Common usages include product labels, agriculture, and lifestyle practices. Examples include "productes ecològics" (organic or environmentally friendly products), "agricultura ecològica" (ecological farming), "turisme ecològic" (ecotourism), "pràctiques ecològiques" (ecological practices), and "educació ecològica" (ecological education). The feminine plural form agrees with feminine nouns such as accions, pràctiques, or educació when describing multiple items.

Regulatory and labeling aspects vary by context. In Catalan-speaking regions, ecològic and its forms are widely used in marketing to signal environmentally sustainable production, often alongside or beside terms like orgànic, particularly under European Union organic farming rules. Certification schemes govern claims of sustainability, including standards for inputs, soil and animal welfare, and traceability. While ecològics and ecològiques are common in everyday language, official labeling may rely on regional or EU terminology, so claims should be supported by recognized certifications.

The term derives from ecology, the science of interactions between organisms and their environment. In Catalan, ecològiques can modify feminine plural nouns across sectors such as productes, pràctiques, i accions, reflecting a broad emphasis on environmental stewardship and sustainability. See also ecology, organic farming, sustainable development, and ecotourism.