Peak Population: What it Means for Global Resources (Part 1)

By 2100, our global population is to be between 9.6 and 12.3 billion. Here’s what peak population looks like and its effects on resource consumption. Read more

Explained by Graphics: Tension in the South China Sea

Why is the South China Sea so important, and what is the basis for the ruling against China’s territorial claims? This in-depth graphical explainer tells it all. Read more

World Population Growth Visualized (1950-2100)

With every country’s growth visualized on a logarithmic scale, we look at a few world population growth outliers and their unique stories. Read more

Visualizing Global Per Capita CO2 Emissions

33.6 Gt of CO2 was emitted across the world in 2019. Here we visualize the global per capita CO2 emissions by country and region. Read more

Russia Has Been Suspended From the UN Human Rights Council

Here’s how the global community voted on the resolution: In favor – 93 | Abstained – 58 | Against – 24 Read more

Comparing Population Pyramids Around the World

Population pyramids can show a country’s demographic advantages and challenges at a glance. See how different parts of the world stack up. Read more

When Will the Global Population Reach Its Peak?

Population projections from the UN suggest that there will be over 10 billion people by 2060, though other organizations disagree. Read more

Charted: How Much Do Countries Trust the United Nations?

Which countries trust the United Nations to do the right thing the most, and the least? Read more