What are the ultimate limits of our planet? Scientists now have the answers

Jun 1, 2023

'This marks a step change in understanding the Earth’s finite limits and how to protect people and the planet' - new report by the Earth Commission. Image: Unsplash/NASA

Gill Einhorn

Head, Innovation and Transformation, Centre for Nature and Climate, World Economic Forum

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Biodiversity is in steep decline in all regions of the world. Image: Visual Capitalist/Living Planet Report 2020

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