Sustainable(ish) [111] EARTH OVERSHOOT DAY – WHAT IS IT AND WHY DOES IT MATTER?
Jul 30, 2021
10:09
Earth Overshoot Day
Have you heard of it?
You may have seen a post or two on social media telling you that today is Earth Overshoot Day, and you may well be wondering what on earth that is!
Which is a great question.
Here's the official definition:
"Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when humanity’s demand for ecological resources and services in a given year exceeds what Earth can regenerate in that year."
Any clearer?
Me neither.
Tune in as I explain a little more, about what Earth Overshoot Day is, why it matters, and what we can do about it.
Enjoy!
LISTEN...
CHECK OUT...
- Earth Overshoot Day
- Conscious Consumption (podcast)
- Sustainable(ish) Guardian Masterclass
- The Sustainable(ish) FB group
- The Knackered Mums Eco Club - come and join us for a month of plastic-free(ish) action in July!
DO...
- Slow down your consumption
- could you commit to buying a percentage of clothes secondhand?
- could you walk or bike journeys under a mile?
- could you reduce your meat consumption by 50% - Have a conversation with a friend or colleague about Earth Overshoot Day, or post something on social media (you could even share this podcast...
)
Had you already heard of Earth Overshoot Day?
Do you find it a useful visual/conversation starter?
"Easily the most family friendly way to do your bit"
The Sunday Times
