Definition(s)
Earth has entered the Anthropocene, a new geological epoch in which humans have become a major driver of global environmental change (Source: P.J. Crutzen, 'Geology of Mankind' (2002) 415(6867) Nature, p. 23; et al.)
Hierarchy
Narrower: Environmental footprint
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Anthropocène
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Antropoceno
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الأنثروبوسين
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Multilateral environment agreements tagged with Anthropocene
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Convention on Biological Diversity | 1 decision |
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World Heritage Convention | 5 decisions |
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Barcelona Convention | 1 decision |
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Agreement on the Conservation of Populations of European Bats (EUROBATS) | 1 document |