Global Scans · Population · Weekly Summary

WHAT'S NEXT?: The global population is expected to reach 8.5 billion in 2030, up 1 billion from 2016. Western economies are declining in numbers and emerging economies witnessing burgeoning growth.

• [New] Extreme Heat: Southern Europe's heatwaves could pose health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations, and increase wildfire risks in dry regions like Spain and Greece. Pogodnik
• [New] With a combined population of over 3 billion people and significant economic clout, BRICS has the potential to reshape global trade dynamics. County Local News
• [New] The provision of continued military and financial assistance to Ukraine by its allies will be crucial in enabling it to defend its territory and protect its population. Archynewsy
• [New] Pressure on the water sector is expected to increase in the coming years as climate change shrinks water availability worldwide while populations continue to grow. Statista
• [New] Risks to health from environmental hazards are compounded by an ageing UK population and infrastructure, including UK's ageing housing stock. GOV.UK
• [New] With the growing global population and increasing food demand, the use of ammonium chloride to achieve higher crop yields is expected to rise significantly. Blogger
• [New] The Asia-Pacific region is expected to be the fastest-growing region considerably in the future due to the rising prevalence of chronic diseases, rising geriatric population, and approval of new products during the forecast period. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Integrated care systems will be expected to plan virtual ward capacity in coordination with ambulance services and NHS 111, and population health data will be used to identify frequent A & E users and offer targeted virtual support. NHS Confederation
• [New] Asia Pacific is expected to register the fastest CAGR during the forecast period, fueled by rising healthcare investments, a growing ageing population, and increasing demand for minimally invasive procedures. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Microsimulation models create more realistic hypothetical populations and are referred to as the 'best method for risk factor and chronic disease modelling' by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] India with its diverse wildlife, one of the largest livestock populations and high density of human population, and diversity of flora, creates opportunities for harmonious coexistence or conflicts such as heightened risks for inter-compartmental spread of diseases. Indian Council of Medical Research | Government of Indi
• [New] The world population is rapidly increasing and is projected to reach 9.8 billion by 2050, leading to a doubling in the demand for food from aquatic sources also emerging need of a blue revolution and ensure long-term aquatic food production that meets societal challenges and viability. Nature
• [New] The frequency and intensity of extreme heat events is increasing in Europe and by 2050 about half the European population may be exposed to high or very high risk of heat stress during summer. UN News
• [New] By 2050, about half of the European population may be exposed to high or very high risk of heat stress during summer, particularly in Southern Europe and increasingly in Eastern Europe and Western and Central Europe, it says. World Meteorological Organization
• [New] Climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events (defined as an event that is rare at a particular place and time of year), which puts a substantial proportion of the global population at physical and economic risk. Nature
• [New] Russia's population will not only be much smaller than that of China, India, or the United States but also half that of Brazil and Ethiopia and one-third that of Nigeria and Pakistan. IWM WEBSITE
• [New] Demographic forecasts confirm an incremental trend in ageing and predict that in 2035 a quarter of the Spanish population will be over 65 years of age. SpringerLink
• [New] With many challenges faced by healthcare systems around the world, such as shortage of doctors, nurses, and ancillary staff, aging populations and increasing demands for high quality care; healthcare robotics are expected to play a transformative role. Nature
• [New] Bayesian age-period-cohort modeling predicts sustained growth through 2040, with age-standardized incidence and prevalence rates projected to reach 144.85 and 821.80 per 100,000 respectively, driven predominantly by aging populations in high SDI regions and demographic expansion in low SDI regions. BioMed Central
• Global energy consumption is expected to increase by 23% between now and 2050, driven by factors such as population growth, rapid urbanization, and economic development. Channels Television
• High Climate Risk: India ranks as the 7th most climate-vulnerable country globally (World Bank), with over 80% of its population living in climate disaster-prone areas. PMF IAS
• Demographic Potential: With over 50% of the population under the age of 30 and a Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education just under 30%, India is an attractive destination for foreign universities. EDUREV.IN
• The swift resolution of Israel's 12-day war with Iran has revived hopes for a halt to the fighting in Gaza, where more than 20 months of combat have created dire humanitarian conditions for the population of more than two million. The Express Tribune

Last updated: 10 July 2025