Advanced Placement Environmental Science examining environmental systems and human impact.
As the human population grows, so does our use of natural resources. Understanding population dynamics helps us plan for a sustainable future.
The world’s population is over 8 billion and still rising. This growth puts pressure on land, water, and energy resources.
Earth has a limit to how many people it can sustainably support, called its carrying capacity.
Individual and collective choices—like eating less meat or conserving water—can have positive effects on the planet’s resources.
Urban areas expand into wildlife habitats, leading to habitat loss.
Overfishing reduces fish populations and affects ocean ecosystems.
Population growth and resource use are key drivers of environmental change.