After the Spike by Dean Spears and Michael Geruso focuses on depopulation, but its arguments are built on shaky ground, stirring up fear, rather than focusing on the facts. Here we’ll break down the flaws in their arguments.| Population Matters
Earth Overshoot Day (July 24th) comes faster than ever. The post Earth Overshoot Day – We Are in Debt to Our Planet appeared first on Population Matters.| Population Matters
Today is World Population Day. That’s why we decided to reach out to our partners to show what they’re doing to protect and restore nature in their communities.| Population Matters
Published today, the long-awaited United Nations global population projections are causing plenty of debate. Should we worry about too many people or too few? Do they mean salvation or catastrophe,...| Population Matters
We take a look at some of the population policies around the world which gave people choices and improved their lives.| Population Matters
A major new report by Population Matters busts the myth that a declining birth rate and ageing population spell economic disaster. Silver linings, not silver burdens reveals the benefits of...| Population Matters
On World Population Day, 11 July, the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh released a worrying new draft population policy that would include incentives for sterilisation and punishment for couples who...| Population Matters
Across the world, reproductive rights and women's rights are being increasingly curtailed by governments which want to boost birth rates.| Population Matters
Despite covering 70% of the Earth’s surface, less than 3% of the world’s oceans are protected, leaving vast areas vulnerable to exploitation. This reality is highlighted in Ocean with David... The post Ocean with David Attenborough: A Wake-Up Call for Our Planet appeared first on Population Matters.| Population Matters
Endangered species like tigers and chimpanzees face rising threats in 2025 - learn what’s driving declines and how to help.| Population Matters
A new report investigates the enormous challenge of feeding our rapidly growing population without further damaging our environment and worsening climate change. [UPDATE: Since this story was written, another major...| Population Matters
This week, Population Matters is in New York, bringing our new Fragile Futures report to the 58th Commission on Population and Development (CPD58). The evidence is clear —child deaths could exceed UN predictions this century, and governments at the meeting have acknowledged that conflict and climate change are straining health systems and greater investment is needed. The post Fragile Futures: Speaking Up for Children’s Lives in a Changing World appeared first on Population Matters.| Population Matters
New evidence from Population Matters’ Fragile Futures report reveals a stark truth: child mortality this century will be higher than current projections suggest. This is the first of three articles examining why the current United Nations’ projections are wrong, how it’s impacting the lives of children and what must urgently be done. The post Fragile Futures: Current United Nations Data is Hiding the True Scale of Child Mortality appeared first on Population Matters.| Population Matters
Global conversations at the Commission on the Status of Women focused on how empowered women shape global sustainability. The work done by grassroots organisations like our worldwide Empower to Plan partners is more essential - and under threat - than ever. The post Empowering Women through Global Partnerships appeared first on Population Matters.| Population Matters
The rise of the AfD in the upcoming German election could have significant implications for family policy and climate change. As the party gains traction, its stance on increasing birth rates, reshaping social policies, and challenging climate action could shape Germany’s future. The post The AfD: How it Could reshape German Family Policy and Climate Action appeared first on Population Matters.| Population Matters
Explore reproductive rights in Europe—disparities, policies, and the advocacy driving change across the continent.| Population Matters
Belarus' birth rate is declining, yet Lukashenko's disputed election signals more pronatalist policies restricting reproductive rights.| Population Matters
The USAID funding freeze has disrupted global aid, cutting off vital healthcare, food & water supplies. Explore its devastating impact.| Population Matters
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Trump’s inauguration raises alarms for reproductive rights. Discover the challenges and responses in this interview.| Population Matters
There are many things we can do as individuals to reduce the harm we do to our planet, and even help to regenerate it. Learn more.| Population Matters
The drivers of poverty and inequality include economic and political structures which favour those who are already wealthy. Learn more.| Population Matters
Reflect on 2024 with Population Matters' CEO, Amy Jankiewicz, as she shares achievements, future goals, and a vision for sustainability.| Population Matters
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
We asked people why they chose to have small families and were overwhelmed by the hundreds of testimonials we received from around the world. Both parents and child-free people shared...| Population Matters
Having a smaller family can bring many benefits to parents and kids alike. If you're curious, you can find out more here.| Population Matters
Women and girl children across the world continue to suffer from discrimination, violence, unequal rights and opportunities. Empowering women to have control over what happens to their bodies and lives...| Population Matters
At the beginning of June, Sweden hosted the Stockholm+50 conference, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment. Joan Kembabazi, one of our Choice Ambassadors, attended...| Population Matters
Scientists say that human beings have changed our planet so much, the time we live in should be called the Anthropocene. What does that mean?| Population Matters
The 8 billion people on our planet are demanding more from it than it can provide. Find out more, and what can be done.| Population Matters
Global population is still growing by more than 80 million a year & is most likely to continue growing until the 2080s unless we take action.| Population Matters
Despite enormous gains in the circumstances of hundreds of millions, 10% of the world's population still live on less than $2 a day| Population Matters
Population growth is a key factor in driving climate change. Solutions which reduce its impact help fight the crisis and improve lives.| Population Matters
Population Health Environment (PHE) has been proven to have better results than single sector projects, however it has been neglected as an approach by the UK government. We need your help to get PHE higher up the agenda.| Population Matters
Unless we tackle unsustainable population, achieving the Sustainable Development Goals will be almost impossible. Learn more.| Population Matters
Meet our Choice Ambassadors! Dedicated to fighting for the planet, these inspiring young people champion empowering solutions to our environmental crises. Outreach Coordinator Florence Blondel introduces the team. “The lower...| Population Matters
In some countries, politicians are trying to restrict women's rights and access to contraception to try to increase the birth rate.| Population Matters
What will the Kamala Harris and Tim Walz ticket mean for women's rights and reproductive freedoms across the USA?| Population Matters
Vanishing Icons Six detailed case studies of charismatic megafauna at risk of extinction due to the pressure of human population growth. Download Download Share Tweet| Population Matters
Nature is under critical pressure. One million species are threatened with extinction. Human propulation drives the biodiversity crisis.| Population Matters
Nature is under critical pressure. One million species are threatened with extinction. Human propulation drives the biodiversity crisis.| Population Matters
Drought and desertification are the worst environmental crises facing the world today. Our new report Dried Up Futures examines how these interconnected disasters are driven by population growth, and the urgent need to act now to save our future.| 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
University researchers published a widely reported article highlighting the top ‘high-impact’ actions individuals can take.| Population Matters
Having kids isn't for everyone. An increasing number of people are choosing - and enjoying - a childfree life. Find out more.| Population Matters
Having a small family is one of the most impactful things we can do to protect the Earth and make things fairer. Find out more.| Population Matters
For four weeks from Earth Day on 22 April until the International Day for Biodiversity on 22 May, Population Matters will again be holding our annual Spring Action Month. We...| Population Matters
Raising money is a fun and rewarding way to support Population Matters. Every penny you raise from taking part in sporting or personal challenges, celebrating milestones or hosting events will support...| Population Matters
The UN has projected that gender equality won't be achieved until the next century. We must do more, faster.| 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
Although population growth has skyrocketed, it can be slowed and reversed through actions which enhance global justice and improve lives.| Population Matters
Population Health Environment (PHE) is an integrated approach to environmental conservation, family planning, and sustainable development.| Population Matters
The United Nations has today released its updated population projections up to 2100. It predicts there’ll be another two billion people on the planet by 2063, peaking at 10.3 billion in the mid-2080s.| Population Matters
Part one of a three-part series exploring the widespread push to increase birth rates around the world. In this edition, Campaign and Communications Specialist Florence Blondel outlines the issue and unpacks why political leaders are panicking.| Population Matters
Explore Sapao's Population, Health, and Environment challenges, and support PFPI's crucial efforts in sustainable development.| Population Matters
The 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68) took place in March. Population Matters' Choice Ambassador Joan Kembabazi was there and here she reports back on her experiences, which included moderating a UNICEF side event.| Population Matters
Population, Health and Environment is a development approach that recognises the links between local communities, their health and the natural resources upon which they depend. This week, we co-hosted an event to find out more.| Population Matters
The UN is generally considered the top dog of population projections but are there any viable alternatives?| 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
Back in March, Head of Campaigns Alistair Currie wrote about the disturbing rise in reproductive rights violations committed in the name of boosting population growth. Welcome to Gilead, Population Matters’...| Population Matters
Population Matters has released a new independent report looking at the impact of population growth on vulnerable communities and the continuing reluctance to talk about reproductive rights and population as interconnected topics.| Population Matters
Empower to Plan funds independent grassroots projects delivering family planning, gender equality and environmental protection.| Population Matters
To mark World Population Day 2023 on 11 July, we are once again giving awards to individuals and organisations across the globe for their progressive, effective and brave work promoting reproductive rights, defending the environment, and enlightening the public about the challenges we face and the solutions that are available!| Population Matters
More people are adopting plant-based diets, which leads many to believe that our consumption of animal products must be decreasing. Sadly, the opposite is true.| 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
The UN's 'Tipping Points' report warns of irreversible environmental disasters, yet only hints at one of the underlying causes: population.| Population Matters