Ecological Footprint: Managing Our Biocapacity Budget

"Ecological Footprint" provides an accessible introduction to the crucial metric that measures human demand on Earth's resources against the planet’s ability to renew them, highlighting the concept of biocapacity. The book discusses how current economic practices resemble a Ponzi scheme, using future resources and risking ecological collapse, and offers strategies for creating more sustainable, regenerative economies. With examples from around the world, it emphasizes the importance of rigorous resource accounting for securing our environmental future. This guide is essential for anyone interested in understanding and addressing humanity’s impact on the planet.