Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (MEA)

The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (MEA) is a comprehensive analysis conducted around 2005 that evaluates the state of Earth's ecosystems—such as forests, water bodies, and grasslands—and their ability to provide vital services like clean air, water, food, and climate regulation. It highlights how human activities, like agriculture, urbanization, and pollution, are impacting these natural systems, often leading to degradation and loss of resources. The MEA aims to inform policymakers, businesses, and communities to make sustainable choices that protect healthful ecosystems, ensuring they continue to support life now and in the future.