Difference between revisions of "Depreciation"

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== Definition ==
 
== Definition ==
'''Depreciation'''.  Decline in the value of an asset over time.  
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'''Depreciation'''.  Decline in the value of an asset over time. As usually calculated in financial accounting is a method of allocating the costs of past expenditures on fixed assets over subsequent accounting periods. In the case of [[Natural Capital]], when humanity's demand exceeds the regeneration rate, ecosystems depreciate.
 
 
In the case of [[Natural Capital]], when humanity's demand exceeds the regeneration rate, ecosystems depreciate.
 
  
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== References ==
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* Eurostat SUT Manual
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== Disclaimer ==
 
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[[Category:Income Statement Items]]
 
[[Category:Income Statement Items]]
 
[[Category:Biodiversity Risk]]
 
[[Category:Biodiversity Risk]]
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[[Category:EEIO]]
  
 
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Latest revision as of 15:44, 28 February 2022

Definition

Depreciation. Decline in the value of an asset over time. As usually calculated in financial accounting is a method of allocating the costs of past expenditures on fixed assets over subsequent accounting periods. In the case of Natural Capital, when humanity's demand exceeds the regeneration rate, ecosystems depreciate.

References

  • Eurostat SUT Manual


Disclaimer

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