My ecoloigcal footprint was 4.54 earths. I can recycle more and become more aware my energy uses. I can spend a little time researching ways for me to become less of an impact. Yes I care because its my world and I dont want to destroy it. Some long term affects are global warming. We have more of a industrialized nation resulting in having larger footprints. Yes there will be some left but we should attempt to leave big footprints.