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A graph published by researchers at the University of Washington shows various population growth predictions. The graph shows global human population growth from 1990 to 2100, predicted according to how fast we meet UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Meeting SDG targets for education and contraceptives by 2030 could lead to a lower global population of 6.3 billion in 2100. See main text for more detail.
Social and environmental issues

How big is the human population likely to get?

Human population growth drives a lot of fears and misguided decisions. This largely comes down to a scarcity mentality: we have a growing population and limited resources to sustain them. There is a clear win-win scenario but far-right regimes can’t bring themselves to recognize it. The following is an excerpt from my almost-complete book, Climactic: A Consumer’s Guide to Saving the Planet, for which I’m currently seeking a publisher. Continue reading How big is the human population likely to get?

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The cover of Bill Gates’s 2021 book, How to Avoid a Climate Disaster is shown. The book's subtitle is The solutions we have and the breakthroughs we need.
Social and environmental issues

What Bill Gates missed in How to Avoid a Climate Disaster

I’m taking a look at Bill Gates’s 2021 book, How to Avoid a Climate Disaster. His book is full of useful information and hopefully has inspired changes in policy. Unfortunately, last week, Bill did the opposite of his own advice. My main issue with the book is that it downplays actions that we can take as individuals and consumers. Continue reading What Bill Gates missed in How to Avoid a Climate Disaster

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