Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ecotage

noun

/ˈekəˌtāj/

Definition

Ecotage refers to acts of sabotage that are intended to protect the environment or promote ecological sustainability.

Examples

Activists organized an ecotage campaign against the construction of the new highway that threatened local wildlife.
Through ecotage, they aimed to disrupt the operations of businesses that contribute to deforestation.
Some environmentalists believe that ecotage is a necessary step in the fight against climate change.

Meaning

The term combines ‘eco’ (short for ecological) and ‘sabotage’ to describe deliberate actions taken against individuals, companies, or projects that are perceived as harmful to the environment.