Pearson eText Biology: Science for Life -- Instant Access (Pearson+)
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ISBN: 9780135214084
Author: Colleen Belk, Virginia Maier
Publisher: PEARSON+
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Chapter 17, Problem 1GFO
Calculate your current personal ecological footprint by using the online calculator at the Global Footprint Network (www.footprintnetwork.org/en/index.php/GFN/page/calculators), Once you’ve calculated your current footprint, you can change your answers to determine how much of an impact different changes to your lifestyle would have on your footprint. Can you see ways to make dramatic improvements in your ecological footprint? Are you willing to make these changes?
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Pearson eText Biology: Science for Life -- Instant Access (Pearson+)
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