Biocapacity

Biocapacity refers to the ability of an ecosystem to produce resources and absorb waste. It measures how much biologically productive land and water is available to support life, providing food, clean water, and raw materials, while also processing carbon dioxide and waste. When human demand for these resources exceeds an area's biocapacity, it can lead to environmental degradation, resource depletion, and a decline in ecosystem health. In essence, biocapacity helps us understand the balance between nature's ability to sustain human activity and the impact of that activity on the planet.