Millenium Ecosystem Assessment

The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment is a comprehensive evaluation of the world’s ecosystems—such as forests, oceans, and grasslands—and their ability to provide vital services, like clean water, food, climate regulation, and air purification. Conducted between 2001 and 2005, it aimed to understand how human activities affect these natural systems and the benefits they offer. The assessment highlights both the importance of healthy ecosystems for human well-being and the risks of damaging them through practices like deforestation and pollution, emphasizing the need for sustainable management to ensure they continue supporting life on Earth.