Increased Population Is a Source of Environmental Pollution and Climate Change

Global population increase is not a new issue. Rather, it has been around for a few decades, with roots in both prehistoric and modern periods. Recognized specialists long ago made up the term “overpopulation” and predicted terrible consequences if the world continues its current path. According to predictions, scientists developed the birth control pill and applied eugenics to regulate the population. Despite this, the population continued to rise, and diseases persisted. Migration has also contributed to population expansion and the considerable environmental dangers it entails. Urbanization destroys natural habitats and increases carbon dioxide emissions, which contribute to climate change and global warming. Humanity is at risk of losing the habitat it has created for itself, and species are becoming extinct. Global inequality causes a lack of food, water, and employment opportunities, as well as inadequate education. Even with the support of international organizations and agencies, unequal distribution of financial resources, natural resources, and individual rights causes poverty and defines global culture as greedy. National institutions can address the issue of overpopulation by implementing policies that are consistent with the recommendations provided by international organizations dedicated to serving the interests of the global community. People in this global network act in their own best interests, leaving others in abject poverty and shortages.