disposable resource
[/dɪˈspoʊzəbəl ˈrɛsɔːrs/]
nounpl: disposable resources
recurso descartável
1. A resource, asset, or supply that is intended to be used once and then thrown away or discarded
Plastic bags are considered disposable resources in modern consumer culture.
Sacolas plásticas são consideradas recursos descartáveis na cultura de consumo moderna.
2. In business and project management, available funds, personnel, or assets that can be allocated and consumed for immediate use without expectation of long-term retention
The project manager carefully tracked the disposable resources allocated to each team.
O gerente de projeto acompanhou cuidadosamente os recursos descartáveis alocados para cada equipe.
3. Readily available excess or surplus that can be used freely without negative consequences to core operations
After paying essential bills, they had little disposable resources left for entertainment.
Depois de pagar as contas essenciais, tinham poucos recursos descartáveis restantes para entretenimento.
In Brazil, the concept of 'recursos descartáveis' has become increasingly important in discussions about sustainability and environmental responsibility. The term reflects growing concerns about waste and consumption patterns. In the US, 'disposable resources' often refers to disposable income or single-use products, which ties into broader conversations about consumerism and environmental impact. The term gained prominence with the rise of convenience culture and has now become central to discussions about circular economy and sustainability in both countries.
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