Planetary Boundaries
Environmental Management
Planetary Boundaries
Learn about the Earth's safe operating limits defined by Planetary Boundaries.

Our planet has natural limits. The Planetary Boundaries framework identifies key Earth system processes (like climate change, biodiversity loss, freshwater use, and chemical pollution) and defines the safe operating space for humanity within these systems. This course introduces this critical concept, explaining why respecting these boundaries is essential for maintaining environmental stability and avoiding potentially irreversible damage caused by human activities.