ympäristötieteellinen

Ympäristötieteellinen is a Finnish adjective meaning "environmental science-related" or "related to environmental science". It is used to describe concepts, studies, activities, or fields that pertain to the scientific understanding and management of the environment. This can encompass a wide range of disciplines, including ecology, geography, chemistry, physics, biology, and social sciences, all focused on studying the interactions between humans and their natural surroundings.

When something is described as ympäristötieteellinen, it implies a scientific approach to understanding environmental issues. This could involve research into pollution, climate change, biodiversity loss, resource management, or sustainable development. It suggests that the subject matter is approached using systematic observation, experimentation, and analysis. For instance, an "ympäristötieteellinen tutkimus" would be an environmental science study, and an "ympäristötieteellinen tiedekunta" would be a faculty or department within a university dedicated to environmental sciences. The term emphasizes a rigorous, evidence-based perspective on environmental challenges and solutions.