Human overpopulation (or human population overshoot) is the idea that human populations may become too large to be sustained by their environment or resources in the long term.

Apr 22, 2024 · Overpopulation is one of the most pressing issues facing our planet today. In this article, Population Media Center examines the root causes of overpopulation, its impact on our environment …

May 8, 2025 · Overpopulation occurs when the number of humans in a given region—or on Earth as a whole—exceeds the capacity of the environment to sustain them. It is driven by high birthrates, low …

Apr 9, 2025 · Synthesizing findings from hundreds of recent peer-reviewed scientific studies, a comprehensive new article reviews the effects of expanding human populations on humanity’s most …

Dec 27, 2022 · Overpopulation or overcrowding is a phenomenon that occurs when a high population density causes environmental degradation, reduced quality of life, or famine and conflict. Typically, …

Sep 6, 2022 · Towards the end of 2022, the human population on Earth is expected to reach eight billion. To mark the occasion, BBC Future takes a look at one of the most controversial issues of our …

May 25, 2023 · Before diving into possible solutions for overpopulation, let’s define what overpopulation means and the factors affecting it. Understanding this concept will help set the stage for discussing …

Jun 12, 2023 · In the fall of 2022, humanity entered unprecedented territory when, according to the United Nations, the world’s population reached eight billion people. (H. Armstrong …

Jan 21, 2020 · Human overpopulation: can having fewer children really make a difference? In richer countries around the world, people are grappling with the ethics of bringing children into a crowded …

Jul 25, 2025 · What is overpopulation? Explore its causes, environmental impacts, and effects on resources, the environment, and society. Read here to learn more.