Resource Depletion

Definition

Resource depletion refers to the exhaustion or reduction of natural resources due to human consumption at a rate faster than they can be replenished naturally. This includes depleting non-renewable resources like fossil fuels or overusing renewable resources beyond their sustainable capacity.

Related terms

Overfishing: The excessive extraction of fish from oceans or other bodies of water, leading to a decline in fish populations.

Deforestation: The removal or destruction of forests for various purposes such as agriculture, logging, or urbanization.

Water Scarcity: A condition where the demand for water exceeds the available supply in a region.