Ecological collapse

Tipping points looming

Fuelled by the climate crisis and other factors, we are heading towards the breakdown of Earth’s natural habitats and the extinction of many species we rely on, unless current trends are reversed.

Ecosystems have a certain level of resilience and can recover from human impacts with limited negative effects. However, beyond a certain threshold or tipping point, sudden and radical disruption can occur, leading to ecosystem collapse. When soil quality, freshwater supply, and biodiversity diminish drastically, agricultural capacity plummets, and daily human living conditions deteriorate.

Additionally, ecological collapse can have cascading effects on social and economic systems, leading to widespread instability and potentially even global conflict. It is crucial that we prioritise sustainable practices and take action to protect and restore the natural systems upon which our survival depends.