Ecological Footprints

This pertinent book focuses on the concept of ecological footprints. It examines how much we are taking from the environment and ways to reduce this.

It is part of the Global Issues series that offers important insights into some of the major environmental issues of our time. Each book explores five issues relating the featured topic. Each issue outlines the problem and offers solutions for a sustainable future.

Special features
• world map with mini photos and captions
• What can you do? – practical ideas for making a difference
• Fast facts – a snappy piece of information relating to sustainability
• maps, diagrams and graphs

Contents:

Facing global issues
What’s the issue? Large ecological footprints
Ecological footprints issues around the globe
Issue 1: Big resource demands
Issue 2: Increasing carbon footprints
Issue 3: Unequal share of resources
Issue 4: Increasing national footprints
Issue 5: Ecological overshoot
What can you do? Reduce your own footprint
Towards a sustainable future
Websites
Glossary
Index