- 12 Feb 2017 14:58
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But the birth rate is reducing. The only thing that is increasing each year is life expectancy. When this levels out, because birth rates are reducing each year, the global population will start reducing. That is because death rates will surpass birth rates. It's simple maths and logic. Current UN projections says the global population will begin its decline when it reaches 11 billion. And when you consider global warming and the increasing risks of famine in Africa that will occur from this, it might not even reach that level (as Africa are the biggest offenders for global birth rates).
One Degree wrote:2.5 with double the worlds population in 140 years. Based upon past trends, it is more likely to double within 50 years.
But the birth rate is reducing. The only thing that is increasing each year is life expectancy. When this levels out, because birth rates are reducing each year, the global population will start reducing. That is because death rates will surpass birth rates. It's simple maths and logic. Current UN projections says the global population will begin its decline when it reaches 11 billion. And when you consider global warming and the increasing risks of famine in Africa that will occur from this, it might not even reach that level (as Africa are the biggest offenders for global birth rates).