The document discusses the IPAT formula, which assesses environmental impact based on population, affluence, and technology. It questions the feasibility of Americans reducing their environmental impact to levels similar to those in undeveloped countries by utilizing renewable resources and eco-friendly technologies. A minimum response length and citation requirements for sources, including a specified textbook, are also noted.

1. What is the IPAT formula, and what do each of its variables
mean? Do you think it is realistic to think that Americans could
get their environmental impact close to that of a person living
in an undeveloped country by using renewable resources and
environmentally friendly technology? Why, or why not?
Your response must be at least 200 words in length. You are
required to use at least your textbook as source material for
your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must
be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have
accompanying citations.
Cunningham, W. P., & Cunningham, M. A. (2011). Principles of
environmental science inquiry and applications (6th ed.). New
York, NY: McGraw-Hill.