Earth's population will peak at 12.4 BILLION by the late–2070s, scientists predict – pushing our planet past its breaking point
'Earth cannot keep up with the way in which we are using resources,' Professor Bradshaw said. Before the 1950s, population growth sped up as human abdundance increased – with more people leading to more rapid technological development. 'It means that adding more people no longer translates into faster growth,' Professor Bradshaw added. If the human population does hit 11.7–12.4 billion, it could have a devastating impact on our planet. 'Smaller populations with lower consumption create better outcomes for both people and the planet, Professor Bradshaw explained.
Source: Daily Mail April 01, 2026 00:29 UTC
