ecological footprint
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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"It can make housing more accessible," says Professor Martin Bujard, who notes our ecological footprint "reduces a little bit with population decline."
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
When compared to tap water, bottled water also has a significant ecological footprint, particularly due to the transport and disposal of containers.
From Salon ● Oct. 3, 2024
Mulch films not only control weeds and pests, but also preserve soil moisture, regulate temperature, and improve nutrient uptake, thus helping to reduce the ecological footprint of agriculture.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 25, 2023
With the growing awareness of the ecological footprint left by traditional construction, the demand for sustainable residential structures has soared.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 8, 2023
The team writes that biomass can serve as an indicator of the abundance and ecological footprint of wild mammals on a global scale.
From Scientific American ● Mar. 8, 2023
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