National Footprint Accounts

National Footprint Accounts measure a country's ecological footprint, which assesses the demand humans place on nature by calculating the amount of land and water necessary to sustain its population's consumption and absorb waste. This metric helps understand how much of the Earth’s resources are used versus what's available. It highlights whether a nation is living within its ecological means or overshooting, which can lead to environmental degradation. By providing insights into resource use, these accounts inform policies aimed at promoting sustainability and managing natural resources more effectively.