Provisioning Systems
Provisioning systems have been defined by Fanning et al. (2020) as a set of related elements that work together in the transformation of resources to satisfy a foreseen human need.
This figure shows a conceptualization of biophysical rescue use at the foundation that enables provisioning systems, and the social outcome of providing systems that enable wellbeing. Source: Fanning et al. (2020).
This figure shows the example of energy as the foundation of provisioning systems and their relationship with how it helps satisfy individual and collective needs of well-being.
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Fanning, A.L., O'Neill, D.W. and Büchs, M., 2020. Provisioning systems for a good life within planetary boundaries. Global Environmental Change, 64, p.102135.