ressursinõudavaid

ressursinõudavaid is an Estonian adjective that translates to "resource-intensive" in English. It describes something that requires a significant amount of resources to produce, operate, or maintain. These resources can be varied and include financial capital, human labor, raw materials, energy, or time.

The term is often used in economic and environmental contexts. For example, certain manufacturing processes or agricultural methods might be described as ressursinõudavaid if they consume large quantities of water, energy, or specific raw materials. Similarly, a large-scale construction project can be considered ressursinõudavaid due to its demand for labor, materials, and machinery.

In discussions about sustainability, identifying ressursinõudavaid activities is important for understanding their environmental impact. Efforts are often made to find less resource-intensive alternatives to reduce waste, conserve natural resources, and lower energy consumption. This can involve technological innovation, process optimization, or a shift towards more sustainable practices. The opposite of ressursinõudavaid would be something described as resource-efficient or resource-light.