Sufficiency
A set of measures and daily practices that avoid demand for energy, materials, land and water while delivering human well-being for all within planetary boundaries (IPCC definition, 2022). Unlike efficiency, which reduces consumption per unit of service, it questions the level and nature of needs themselves.
See also: Low-tech
Reference source: www.ipcc.ch
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