An ecological footprint compares the environmental capacity of the Earth to present human needs in terms of consumption, waste and technology. The ecological footprint is designed to make people more aware of their effects on the planet and encourage them to reduce their contribution to things like global warming and deforestation.

According to the Global Footprint Network (www.footprintnetwork.org), it takes the Earth more than 16 months to replenish what humanity uses in a year. In other words, the world is living beyond its environmental means. Earth simply cannot keep up with the current demand; resources are turning into waste before the natural world can turn the waste back into resources. While we may not see the consequences of the overuse now, generations to come will surely feel its effects.

Reducing your ecological footprint even in small way can make a big difference. There are many organizations online that can help you compute your ecological footprint today - sustainablescale.org, myfootprint.org and islandwood.org just to name a few.

Sustainability plays an important role when it comes to your ecological footprint. Individuals and businesses must start implementing more sustainable practices if we hope to save the thousands of ecosystems and land from degradation. This means recycling waste and placing more reliance on renewable products. Rather than purchase carpet made from petroleum-based nylon, choose carpet made with recycled plastic. Instead of throwing out your hardwood floors, take them to a hardwood reclamation center.

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