Population decline looms for many industrialized nations
Demographers say Japan Germany Russia and other rich nations face long term slowdowns as fewer young adults have children or delay parenting. The Population Reference Bureau projects Japan losing up to 20 percent of its people by 2050 and Russia 17 percent with Germany about 9 percent, while the United States may grow about 43 percent to 420 million mid century aided by immigration.
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Global population to reach 9.2 billion by 2050 study says
An AP Graphic summary notes education costs and career tradeoffs affect family size. Haub of the Population Reference Bureau cites 2050 projections showing developing nations driving growth, with Africa and South Asia leading increases. China peaks by 2025 then declines, India surges to 1.6 billion, Nigeria to 307 million, and Bangladesh to 280 million.
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Nations plan Earth Observation System to share data
Forty nine countries will join a 10 year Earth Observation System to collect and share measurements of weather, streamflow, ground tremors, and air pollution. Officials say better forecasts will aid storm prep and energy planning, with benefits including cheaper electricity and informed farming schedules.
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