Understanding Ecological Overshoot

William E. Rees · Advanced ·📄 Research Papers Explained ·2y ago

Skills: Research Methods80%

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Explains the concept of ecological overshoot and its consequences

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Economic Growth, Energy & the Population Conundrum ▪ PowerPoint lecture presented by the population ecologist & ecological economist Professor William E. Rees on November 14th, 2023. ▪ The ecological footprint measures the actual natural resources used by a given population. ▪ Professor Rees outlines why most of the challenges facing humanity and the biosphere have a common origin - ecological overshoot . Research Library: ▪ Jevons Paradox ▪ Dr. "Wally" Broecker ▪ Dr. Carl Sagan ▪ Dr. Jane Goodall ▪ Climate Sensitivity ▪ Net Zero by 2050?

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