GLOBAL FOOTPRINT NETWORK, WWF und die Schweizerische Eidgenossenschaft haben gemeinsam einen Bericht veröffentlicht, der den Zusammenhang der biologischen Vielfalt und Kapazität mit der Entwicklung und Wohlstand der Menschen Afrikas untersucht.

As the ongoing world food crises makes clear, human welfare is critically linked to mankind’s use and stewardship of biological resources. Nowhere is this more true than in Africa – a region with tremendous natural wealth, yet which often suffers first and most tragically when humanity’s demand on nature exceeds what nature can provide.

There are many issues facing the African continent that are linked to ecological assets, including population growth, food security, political instability, and inequitable access to resources. Despite these challenges there are many opportunities for nations to improve their quality of life while maintaining their ecological assets. As individuals, organizations, countries and regions work on advancing human development, decision-makers will need solid information and metrics in order to set goals and track progress towards sustainable development. Measures such as the Ecological Footprint are critical to setting targets and managing performance-based development projects.

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