What are world leaders saying about the Ecological Footprint?
Philippines
New Zealand
Naderev M. Saño Commissioner, Climate Change Commission Office of the President
Helen Clark Former Prime Minister
“Through the Climate Change Commission, the Philippines has embarked on the critical exercise of determining its Ecological Footprint, conscious of the importance of understanding ecological limits while pursuing inclusive economic growth and enhanced social well-being for its citizens. The Footprint plays a crucial role in addressing the pervasive land use and resource management challenges in the Philippines and is seen as a potent tool for analyzing these issues.”
50
What are world leaders saying about the Ecological Footprint?
“The Ecological Footprint has become a powerful and important mechanism for quantifying and communicating clearly the extent to which human demands on nature have begun to exceed the planet’s regeneration rate. This concept has already inspired important new thinking around sustainable development. Your work provides a practical and powerful tool for the public and private sectors when planning for sustainable economies and human development.”
51