Go to the Global Footprint Network's website

(https://www.footprintnetwork.org/our-work/ecological-footprint/)

1. What is an ecological footprint? Explain.

2. What is biocapacity? How are biocapacity and ecological footprints related?

3. Scroll down to the section titled "Ecological Footprint Explorer" and click on "Visit Footprint Explorer". Click on the United States. What is the biocapacity reserve/deficit for the U.S (include units)? What does this number mean?

4. Return to the original website and continue scrolling down. How many planet equivalents are we currently using to provide resources and absorb waste?

Take the Footprint Network Personal Footprint quiz. Click on the 'Take the First Step' icon in the center of the screen. Be sure to click the "add details to improve accuracy" link so you can add detailed information. http://www.footprintcalculator.org/

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