Phys.org

Global population growth is now slowing rapidly: Will a falling population be better for the environment?

Right now, human population growth is doing something long thought impossible—it's wavering. It's now possible global population could peak much earlier than expected, topping 10 billion in the 2060s.
Pew Research Center

5 facts about how the world’s population is expected to change by 2100

On July 11, the United Nations will mark its annual World Population Day, which aims to raise awareness of global population trends and related issues. Here are five facts about how the world’s ...
Phys.org

15% of global population lives within a few miles of a coast—and the number is growing rapidly

Coastal populations are expanding quickly around the world. The rise is evident in burgeoning waterfront cities and in the increasing damage from powerful storms and rising sea levels. Yet, reliable, ...
Newsweek

Map Reveals World’s 10 Fastest Growing Populations

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Our global population continues to rise, hitting 8 billion in November ...
Talking Points Memo

15% Of Global Population Lives Within A Few Miles Of A Coast—And The Number Is Growing Rapidly

This article is part of TPM Cafe, TPM’s home for opinion and news analysis. It was originally published at The Conversation. Coastal populations are expanding quickly around the world. The rise is ...