Earth Overshoot Day – Geneva Environment Network

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. In 2022, it fell on 28 July. Here are resources on how we can #MoveTheDate.

Earth Overshoot Day

Each year, Earth Oversh oot Day marks the date when we have used all the biological resources that the Earth can renew during the entire year. To determine the date of Earth Overshoot Day, the Global Footprint Network, an award-winning international research and non-profit organization, combines data and forms the most reasonable assumptions to assess humanity’s resource situation.

Earth Overshoot Day over the Years

Country Overshoot Days

A Country Overshoot Day reflects the ecological footprint of a country by comparing the population’s demand and the nation’s biocapacity.

Switzerland

Switzerland’s Overshoot Day 2023 is on 13 May. From this date onwards, Switzerland is living on credit at the expense of future generations. If the world’s population had the same lifestyle as Swiss citizens, the resources of three planets would be necessary to ensure its existence.

#MoveTheDate Campaign

Learn about what people around the world are sharing on social media to #MoveTheDate.

#MoveTheDate Switzerland

#MoveTheDate Switzerland is a movement providing tips and suggestions to move the Swiss Overshoot Day.

UN Sustainable Development Goal 12

Sustainable Development Goal 12 – Responsible consumption and production – aims to create a sustainable consumption and production by using less natural resources, by increasing resource efficiency and by promoting sustainable lifestyles.

Palm Oil Buyers Scorecard

The Palm Oil Buyers Scorecard provides information on companies to see if they are committed to a responsible palm oil future.

Is Europe living within the limits of our planet?

The European Environment Agency (EEA) and the Swiss Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN), published in April 2020, a joint study assessing selected European environmental footprints based on the concept of planetary boundaries.

Utilization of Natural Resources in Switzerland

Discover what is happening in Switzerland concerning the use of natural resources and the measures taken for their more efficient use.

Planetary Boundaries Concept

Learn more on the concept of “planetary boundaries” from the Stockholm Resilience Centre.

The Anatomy of Action Campaign

The Anatomy of Action, developed by UNEP and UnSchool, aims to define and communicate the most positively impactful actions we can take to contribute to a sustainable world, such as the 15 Days Challenge.

Circular Economy Switzerland

Learn about creative solutions and innovative initiatives from private companies and public organizations to make the Swiss economy more circular.

EU Circular Economy Action Plan

Within the framework of the European Green Deal, the European Union adopted a new Circular Economy Plan in March 2020.

One Planet Lab

One Planet Lab supports initiatives for a future more respectful of natural resources.

WWF Changing Fashion Report

In this report from 2017, WWF provides us with alternatives to reduce our clothing consumption and find information on the textile industry.