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[111] EARTH OVERSHOOT DAY – WHAT IS IT AND WHY DOES IT MATTER?


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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?
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