ClimateJuly 4, 2026

moratorium

/ˌmɔːrəˈtɔːriəm/

Definition

A temporary prohibition or suspension of a specific activity or action, often imposed by a governing body.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'moratorius', meaning 'tending to delay'. It entered English in the late 19th century, originally referring to an authorized delay in the payment of debts.

In the news

The article uses the word to describe how some US states are attempting to restrict climate action by imposing a temporary ban on the development of new solar-farm projects.

Guest post: How US renewable-energy growth persists despite federal policy uncertainty

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