Ecological Footprint
Definition
An ecological footprint measures human demand on nature by calculating how much land area is required to sustain a particular population or individual's consumption patterns and waste production. It helps assess the impact of human activities on the environment.
Related terms
Sustainability: Sustainability refers to practices that meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Carbon Footprint: A carbon footprint measures the total greenhouse gas emissions caused directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product.
Biodiversity: Biodiversity refers to the variety of life forms (plants, animals, microorganisms) in a particular habitat or on Earth as a whole.
"Ecological Footprint" appears in:
Subjects (1)
AP Human Geography
Study guides (1)
AP Environmental Science - 5.11 Ecological Footprints
Additional resources (1)
AP Environmental Science - Unit 5 Overview: Land and Water Use
Practice Questions (4)
What does an ecological footprint measure?
What can be determined using ecological footprints?
What does the ecological footprint of a population indicate?
What is the purpose of calculating an ecological footprint?
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