10 billion global population 'unsustainable'

By Agence France-Presse

Jun 08, 2023 12:42 am

OSLO: US special climate envoy John Kerry told Agence France-Presse (AFP) that the world's population will not be tenable in 2050, when it is projected to hit nearly 10 billion, but refrained from asking Americans to give up steaks.

Since November, the global population has officially crossed 8 billion, more than three times the figure in 1950.

Already have an active account? Log in here to continue reading.
Or
Subscribe to the Premium Subscription plan to access this subscriber-exclusive article.

Related Articles

President backs food security emergency

Trump's top diplomat pick warns China

Marcos agrees with Enrile on INC stand

Petition filed to disbar Duterte

Big-time spikes in fuel prices seen next week

OFW's 'correct' remains repatriated to family

Filipinos grapple with employment woes