
World population
The world population is the total number of people on Earth, and it is an issue that has been of great concern to many experts and policymakers. As of 2021, the world population is estimated to be over 7.9 billion people and is projected to reach 8.5 billion by 2030 and 9.7 billion by 2050. This growth in population has significant implications for the environment, economic development, and human well-being, and it is important to understand the factors that drive population growth and the measures that can be taken to manage it.