Urban and Ecological Footprints

Consider the immense pressure put on the environment. Researchers Bill Rees and Mathis Wackernagel have developed the ecological footprint conceptthe area of land needed to provide the necessary resources and absorb the wastes generated by a communityto highlight the impact of cities on the environment. This site explains the science behind the term 'ecological footprint' and provides links to numerous related websites. Hosted by the Global Development Research Center.