Abstract

This notice provides in-depth insight into the debate (based on stratigraphic findings) as to the exact date that Earth entered the Anthropocene Epoch. Generally, in Human and Social Sciences, the date of the boundary is paid less attention than the systemic shifts resulting from it. (There have been a number of publications on our surpassing of the planet’s limits, and passing of the point of no return). This article explores each of the possible dates when stratigraphic data suggest the Anthropocene may begun. We propose a synthesis of the seven main possible dates for the entry into the Anthropocene.