abundant resource
[əˈbʌndənt ˈrɛsɔrs]
noun phrasepl: abundant resources
recurso abundante
1. a supply of something that is available in large quantities and is plentiful
Water is an abundant resource in regions with high rainfall.
A água é um recurso abundante em regiões com alta precipitação.
2. a natural or human-made asset that exists in sufficient quantity to meet current and future needs
Brazil possesses abundant resources including minerals, timber, and hydroelectric power.
O Brasil possui recursos abundantes incluindo minerais, madeira e energia hidrelétrica.
3. materials or assets that are readily available and not scarce
The country's abundant resources have attracted foreign investment.
Os recursos abundantes do país atraíram investimento estrangeiro.
In Brazil, discussions of abundant resources often relate to the country's vast natural wealth including the Amazon rainforest, mineral deposits, and oil reserves. This phrase is commonly used in environmental policy debates and economic discussions. In the USA, it frequently refers to natural resources like shale gas, agricultural land, and freshwater, and is central to discussions about sustainability and resource management.
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