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How accurate are Ecological Footprint measurements?

April 26, 2017accurate ecological footprint measurements

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How accurate are Ecological Footprint measurements?

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Current Ecological Footprint accounts provide a robust, aggregate estimate of human demand on the biosphere as compared to the biosphere’s productive capacity. As with any calculation system, Footprint accounts are subject to uncertainty in source data, calculation parameters, and methodological decisions. Several organizations are seeking to allocate resources towards obtaining more accurate estimates of this nature.