LDCs often draw down their ecological capital faster than nature can replace it, causing them to exceed sustainable yield, the highest rate at which a renewable resource can be used without decreasing its potential for renewal.

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Many LDCs (Less Developed Countries) exploit their natural resources, such as forests, water, and soil, at rates that exceed their natural regeneration capacities. This unsustainable use leads to degradation of ecological capital, making it difficult for these resources to replenish and maintain their renewal potential.

LDCs Often Draw Down Their Ecological Capital Faster Than Nature