Overshoot

Why you need to care about Earth Overshoot Day and how you can make a difference

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Articles, Population ecology, Academic disciplines, Environmental social science, Human ecology, Human overpopulation, Earth Overshoot Day, Environmental impact assessment, Overshoot

Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when our collective demand for ecological resources and services in a given year exceeds what Earth can regenerate in that year.

Key Points: 
  • Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when our collective demand for ecological resources and services in a given year exceeds what Earth can regenerate in that year.
  • In 2020, Earth Overshoot Day was on August 22.
  • Small changes to everyday consumption can have a dramatic impact on our ability to hit earth overshoot targets.
  • Canadians can consider implementing these five changes ahead of next year's Earth Overshoot Day:
    Try consuming less meat Start with one day a week and go from there!

Earth Overshoot Day marks the launch of 100 Days of Possibility leading to COP26

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Monday, July 26, 2021
Articles, Natural environment, Academic disciplines, Human ecology, Population ecology, Human overpopulation, Global Footprint Network, Earth Overshoot Day, Overshoot, Ecological footprint, Climate change mitigation, United States Environmental Protection Agency

OAKLAND, Calif., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 100 Days of Possibility is unveiled today, Earth Overshoot Day, by sustainability leaders Global Footprint Network and the Scottish EPA. The initiative features proven and scalable solutions that contribute to bringing humanity's Ecological Footprint in balance with the biological resources that the planet's natural ecosystems can sustainably regenerate.

Key Points: 
  • These responses also #MoveTheDate of Earth Overshoot Day.
  • OAKLAND, Calif., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 100 Days of Possibility is unveiled today, Earth Overshoot Day, by sustainability leaders Global Footprint Network and the Scottish EPA.
  • With a world still largely unprepared, and growing concerns about recent extreme weather events, representatives of national governments will gather 100 days from now at what has been deemed the last-chance summit for global climate action COP26 in Glasgow.
  • "Adopting one-planet prosperity as our true North has transformed the way our regulatory agency interacts with, and supports, our Scottish business community.

Earth Overshoot Day marks the launch of 100 Days of Possibility leading to COP26

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Monday, July 26, 2021
Articles, Academic disciplines, Natural environment, Human ecology, Human overpopulation, Population ecology, Global Footprint Network, Earth Overshoot Day, Overshoot, Ecological footprint, Climate change mitigation, United Nations Climate Change Conference

OAKLAND, Calif., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 100 Days of Possibility is unveiled today, Earth Overshoot Day, by sustainability leaders Global Footprint Network and the Scottish EPA.

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, Calif., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- 100 Days of Possibility is unveiled today, Earth Overshoot Day, by sustainability leaders Global Footprint Network and the Scottish EPA.
  • With a world still largely unprepared, and growing concerns about recent extreme weather events, representatives of national governments will gather 100 days from now at what has been deemed the last-chance summit for global climate action COP26 in Glasgow.
  • "There is no benefit in waiting to take action, regardless of what transpires at the COP," Global Footprint Network CEO Laurel Hanscom said.
  • This trajectory invariably leads to unmanageable economic risk, stranding all assets that are incompatible with climate change and increased resource constraints.

Earth Overshoot Day creeps back to July 29

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Friday, June 4, 2021
Articles, Population ecology, Human ecology, Environmental social science, Human overpopulation, Natural environment, Earth Overshoot Day, Environmental impact assessment, Overshoot, Sustainability, Ecological debt, Global Footprint Network

"If we need reminding that we're in the grip of a climate and ecological emergency, Earth Overshoot Day is it," she said.

Key Points: 
  • "If we need reminding that we're in the grip of a climate and ecological emergency, Earth Overshoot Day is it," she said.
  • Each year, Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when humanity has used all the biological resources that Earth regenerates during the entire year.
  • From Earth Overshoot Day until the end of the year, humanity operates on ecological deficit spending.
  • "Let Earth Overshoot Day be our call to arms," stated Susan Aitken, the Leader of Glasgow City Council.

Earth Overshoot Day creeps back to July 29

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Friday, June 4, 2021
Articles, Population ecology, Human ecology, Environmental social science, Human overpopulation, Natural environment, Earth Overshoot Day, Environmental impact assessment, Overshoot, Sustainability, Ecological debt, Global Footprint Network

"If we need reminding that we're in the grip of a climate and ecological emergency, Earth Overshoot Day is it," she said.

Key Points: 
  • "If we need reminding that we're in the grip of a climate and ecological emergency, Earth Overshoot Day is it," she said.
  • Each year, Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when humanity has used all the biological resources that Earth regenerates during the entire year.
  • From Earth Overshoot Day until the end of the year, humanity operates on ecological deficit spending.
  • "Let Earth Overshoot Day be our call to arms," stated Susan Aitken, the Leader of Glasgow City Council.

The Global Footprint Network announces Earth has reached overshoot already -- recycle your car with Junk Car Traders to ensure a better planet

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Sunday, September 13, 2020
Articles, Nature, Natural environment, Population ecology, Human overpopulation, Overshoot, Earth Overshoot Day, Global Footprint Network, Recycling

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Junk Car Traders is joining the effort to increase car recycling and extend the annual recycle day.

Key Points: 
  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Junk Car Traders is joining the effort to increase car recycling and extend the annual recycle day.
  • Junk Car Traders has added a page to their website junkcartraders.com promoting car recycling.
  • Environmental scientist's at the Global Footprint Network predicted that the Earth reached its yearly overshoot day on August 22.
  • The global overshoot day is when humans have used up the natural resources that the earth will be able to replenish for the year.

Delayed Earth Overshoot Day points to opportunities to build future in harmony with our finite planet

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Monday, August 17, 2020
Articles, Environmental social science, Human ecology, Natural environment, Population ecology, Waste minimisation, Human overpopulation, Ecological economics, Earth Overshoot Day, Overshoot, Ecological footprint, Global Footprint Network

COVID-19 has caused humanity's Ecological Footprint to contract, pushing the date of Earth Overshoot Day back more than three weeks compared to last year.

Key Points: 
  • COVID-19 has caused humanity's Ecological Footprint to contract, pushing the date of Earth Overshoot Day back more than three weeks compared to last year.
  • The challenge of relaunching our economies presents countries with a unique chance to build the future we want.
  • "This year more than ever, Earth Overshoot Day highlights the need for strategies that increase resilience for all."
  • Together, we're creating a future where all of us can thrive within the limits of our one planet.

Delayed Earth Overshoot Day points to opportunities to build future in harmony with our finite planet

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Monday, August 17, 2020
Articles, Population ecology, Environmental social science, Human overpopulation, Overshoot, Natural environment, Earth Overshoot Day

"This year more than ever, Earth Overshoot Day highlights the need for strategies that increase resilience for all."

Key Points: 
  • "This year more than ever, Earth Overshoot Day highlights the need for strategies that increase resilience for all."
  • Cutting food waste in half would move Earth Overshoot Day 13 days.
  • Overall, enabling humanity to thrive on our finite planet is becoming a key business strategy.
  • Together, we're creating a future where all of us can thrive within the limits of our one planet.

Earth Overshoot Day is August 22, more than three weeks later than last year

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Friday, June 5, 2020
Natural environment, Environmental social science, Nature, Human ecology, Population ecology, Waste minimisation, Earth Overshoot Day, Environmental impact assessment, Overshoot, Global Footprint Network, Ecological footprint

OAKLAND, California, June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Earth Overshoot Day 2020 lands on August 22, according to Global Footprint Network.

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, California, June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Earth Overshoot Day 2020 lands on August 22, according to Global Footprint Network.
  • Decreases in wood harvest and CO2 emissions are the major drivers behind the historic shift in the long-term growth of humanity's Ecological Footprint.
  • Each year, Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when humanity has used all the biological resources that Earth can renew during the entire year.
  • More than ever, Earth Overshoot Day provides an unprecedented opportunity to reflect on the future we want.

Earth Overshoot Day is August 22, more than three weeks later than last year

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Friday, June 5, 2020
Natural environment, Environmental social science, Nature, Human ecology, Population ecology, Human overpopulation, Waste minimisation, Earth Overshoot Day, Environmental impact assessment, Overshoot, Global Footprint Network, Ecological footprint

OAKLAND, Calif., June 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Earth Overshoot Day 2020 lands on August 22, according to Global Footprint Network.

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, Calif., June 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Earth Overshoot Day 2020 lands on August 22, according to Global Footprint Network.
  • Decreases in wood harvest and CO2 emissions are the major drivers behind the historic shift in the long-term growth of humanity's Ecological Footprint.
  • Each year, Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when humanity has used all the biological resources that Earth can renew during the entire year.
  • More than ever, Earth Overshoot Day provides an unprecedented opportunity to reflect on the future we want.