1Introduction

1.1 Why a book on reporting boundaries?

Boundaries represent nowadays probably one of the most debated topics internationally. The ways they are set determine in fact identities, who we are and who we are not, at the personal, emotional, cultural, economic, environmental and geographical levels. For example, one of the latest concepts that has been advanced (2009) is that of ‘planetary boundaries’. It corresponds to nine Earth system processes that have boundaries and that thus, limit the spaces within which humanity can operate without creating irreparable risks in the environment. They mark the safe zones for humanity and for the planet. Drawing upon this notion, it appears clear that the processes that are put in place in order ...

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