Earth Overshoot Day: A Global Footprint Calculation
Soaring Calculator Usage: 730,000 New Users in 2019
The Footprint Calculator witnessed a remarkable surge in usage during 2019, with over 730,000 new users joining during the Earth Overshoot Day campaign alone. This surge underscores the growing awareness of environmental sustainability and the impact of human activities on the planet.
Earth Overshoot Day 2024: June 5 Announcement
Global Footprint Network (GFN) will announce the date for Earth Overshoot Day 2024 on June 5. This day marks the point in the year when humanity's annual consumption of natural resources exceeds what Earth can regenerate in that same year.
Calculating Earth Overshoot Day
To determine the date of Earth Overshoot Day each year, GFN calculates the number of days in that year that Earth's biocapacity (the amount of resources it can generate) is exceeded by humanity's footprint (the demand on these resources).
Historical Trend: Two-Month Advance in 20 Years
According to the Global Footprint Network, Earth Overshoot Day has moved up the calendar by two months over the past 20 years. This alarming trend highlights the increasing pressure on Earth's resources and the urgent need for sustainable practices.
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