ecological footprint

British  

noun

1. the amount of productive land appropriated on average by each person (in the world, a country, etc) for food, water, transport, housing, waste management, and other purposes

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Example Sentences

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

"We are producing more efficiently with a lower ecological footprint; it's not only quantity but also quality."

From BBC • Sep. 3, 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