Guide to 'Resources' section
The earth's natural resources, in particular fossil fuel resources, are a basis for all human activities, and therefore for prosperity and welfare. A sustainable future depends to an important degree on the sensible use of these resources.
Index Resources
- Resources: introduction
- Guide to energy resources
- Guide to water resources
- Guide to space
- Guide to surface minerals
- Guide to timber resources
- Guide to fish resources
- Guide to 'Ecological footprint' section
This section contains a few examples of the international nature of the use of resources. These examples make clear the implications for the environment, both in the Netherlands and abroad, of consumption by the Dutch.
Relevant sections and indicators in the Environmental Data Compendium
- Index Societal developments by target sector
Here, you can find information about added value for the economy, energy use and water consumption for industrial purposes, consumers, energy companies and other environment policy target sectors.


