Our ecological footprint : reducing human impact on the earth /

Wackernagel, Mathis, 1962-

Our ecological footprint : reducing human impact on the earth / Mathis Wackernagel and William E. Rees ; illustrated by Phil Testemale. - [Gabriola Island ; Philadelphia] : New Society, [1996]. - xi,160 p. : ill. ; 23cm. - New Catalyst Bioregional Series ; no. 9. .

Includes bibliographical references.

This book looks at methods for calculating the actual 'carrying capacity' of a community, town or region, particularly in terms of the land area used in meeting its need. It establishes criteria for putting sustainability into practice.

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Sustainable development.
Nature--Effect of human beings on
Human ecology.
Economic development--Environmental aspects
Environmental impact analysis.
Environmental indicators.
Applied ecology
Pollution & threats to the environment
Social impact of environmental issues