The MA Synthesis Report volume boils down the findings of the four working groups into a simple, straight-forward description of Earth's ecological health and its linkages to human well-being. This volume presents a snapshot of the health and prospects for each of the main services that ecosystems provide, including food, water, timber, and fuel; climate regulation; disease prevention; and others. The Synthesis Report will prove ideal for students and laypersons interested in a quick, but nuanced understanding of the state of the Earth's ecosystems.