conservation policy

noun
UK /ˌkɒnsəˈveɪʃən ˈpɒləsi/
US /ˌkɑːnsərˈveɪʃən ˈpɑːləsi/

A conservation policy is a set of rules that helps protect nature and save things like forests, water, and animals.

The new conservation policy stops people from cutting down trees in the park.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A government plan for using energy and resources wisely so they are not wasted.

The city's conservation policy asks everyone to turn off lights when leaving a room.

3. A rule made by a museum or library to keep old and valuable objects safe.

The museum's conservation policy keeps the ancient paintings away from bright light.

4. A company's plan to use less paper, water, and electricity.

Our school started a conservation policy to save paper by printing on both sides.