A 1972 MIT study predicted that rapid economic growth would lead to societal collapse in the mid 21st century. A new paper shows we’re unfortunately right on schedule.
In less than two weeks, Olympic swimmers will dive into Tokyo Bay to compete in the triathlon. For residents who live near the shore, that's an unappealing thought because, despite months of efforts to clean up the water, the bay stinks.
About 8.4 billion people — or almost 90 percent of the projected global population — could be exposed to malaria or dengue fever by 2080 if greenhouse gas emissions continue to surge, according to a new study published in The Lancet Planetary Health.
World Population Day is an occasion to reflect on how the world can best address the challenges posed by the combination of urbanization and climate change.
We discuss the myth that Canada has plenty of room for a much larger population, and the many reasons further population growth and "development" in Canada diminishes biodiversity, ecosystem health and quality of life.
Facing drought and population growth, some Western U.S. towns are running out of water for new connections, stopping development. It's a challenge that's expected to grow as the climate changes.
Scientists calculate that by 2100, over 400 million people could live in low-lying, at-risk areas—and that's a conservative estimate, not factoring in explosive population growth in the world's cities.
The Minnesota city on Lake Superior is earning a reputation as a future destination for climate migrants. Experts say the entire Great Lakes region is primed for an influx, prompting questions on how to prepare for coming change.
Researchers find nearly 300 chemicals linked to breast cancer-contributing hormones in everyday products, and call for a renewed focus on women's exposure risks.
Satellites show communities of color are far more exposed to pollution in Houston, offering a potential new way to close data gaps and tackle disparities.
EHN.org scientific investigation finds western Pennsylvania families near fracking are exposed to harmful chemicals, and regulations fail to protect communities' mental, physical, and social health.
Opinion: As climate change makes itself felt through heatwaves and floods, are our mega-cities ready?
World Population Day is an occasion to reflect on how the world can best address the challenges posed by the combination of urbanization and climate change.