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Ecological Footprint

Land (and water) area of the planet or particular area required for the support either of humankind's current lifestyle or the consumption pattern of a particular population. It is the inverse of the carrying capacity of a territory.

Source: United Nations, Glossary of Environment Statistics

   
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