Most of us will live in smart cities by 2050. A growing population means we all need to change the way we live, work and travel. The food we eat and the way it’s made can reduce our impact on the planet. Most of us will live in smart cities by 2050 – but how can we make them sustainable? These infographics from UNEP can help us understand the scale of what we face and point to solutions. The sheer number of people relying on the Earth’s resources to survive and thrive is putting unsustainable pressure on the planet. The global population will reach eight billion people by 2025 , according to the statisticians at Worldometer. By 2050 there will be almost 10 billion people to house, feed and clothe. But almost every decision we make can help to reduce our impact on the planet. Where we live, how we travel and what we eat all make a difference. These infographics from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), connected to the Sustainable Development Goals , show the scale of the situation – and how we can rethink the way we live to sustain all life on our planet. A […]
Four infographics to help you understand the state of the planet
