Some people say there are too many people, others say there are too few. What are the facts about world population? And does it matter?| Population Matters
Since 1970, the global human population has increased from 3.7 billion to over 8 billion in 2023, in the same time frame global wildlife populations have plummeted by 69% on average.| Population Matters
There are more than 8 billion people on planet Earth & we add one billion more every 12-15 years, which will probably continue until the 2080s| Population Matters
In the last 50 years use of resources has tripled, as the world’s population has grown from 3.6 billion people in 1970 to over 8 billion.| Population Matters
Online searches for “climate anxiety” have risen, and a recent study suggests people are not having children due to fears of climate breakdown. With wildfires, floods, and heatwaves on the news it’s apparent how climate change affects the planet, but it’s important to reflect on how it also impacts our mental health.| Population Matters