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Term

wait-and-see principle

Term

A reactive method of dealing with the environment that places the burden of proof on those who would conserve. (Opposite: the precautionary principle).

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EEA Glossary

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Definition source publication

European Community Biodiversity Clearing-House Mechanism. Glossary of terms related to the CBD.

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http://biodiversity-chm.eea.eu.int/CHMIndexTerms/Glossary

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European Community Biodiversity Clearing-House Mechanism

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Long definition

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