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What does ecological footprint mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word ecological footprint? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. A measure of how much biologically productive land and water area an individual, population or activity requires to produce all the resources it consumes and to absorb the waste it generates using prevailing technology and resource management practices.
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Reducing the ecological footprint of a city is a positive contribution towards sustainability.
The average ecological footprint in the United States is 24 acres per person.
The school environment was very important for promoting the need for sustainable lifestyles and minimizing the ecological footprint.
At home, I try as best I can to reduce my ecological footprint by walking, biking and bussing.
The former must reduce its ecological footprint, while the latter must ensure livelihood rights for the marginalized majority.
In fact, the ecological footprint of most countries exceeds their land base.

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