Non-rivalrous consumption

Non-rivalrous consumption refers to a situation where one person's use of a resource does not reduce its availability for others. A clear example is general knowledge: when someone learns a fact or concept, it doesn't diminish anyone else's ability to access or learn that same information. Unlike physical resources like food or land, which can be depleted when consumed, non-rivalrous goods like knowledge can be shared freely and widely without being used up. This quality allows for collective benefits, as more people can tap into and build upon the same pool of information without negative impacts.