remediation
noun [ U ]
uk/rɪˌmiːdiˈeɪʃən/ us ENVIRONMENT
the process of removing dangerous or poisonous substances from the environment, or limiting the effect that they have on it:
Protecting the community's health and safety during this remediation is our top priority.
remediation of sth The program supports local responses to chemical-spill emergencies, hazardous-waste disposal, and remediation of industrial sites.
remediation programs/operations/projects
environmental/soil remediation
MANAGEMENT, WORKPLACE
the process of trying to solve problems within a company or organization:
It is hoped that the remediation steps described above will be effective in addressing the company's problems.