Climate change: Are there too many people? - 6 Minute English

What do you think is the biggest cause of climate change? Improve your English vocabulary and listening as we discuss the controversial link between overpopulation and climate change - and whether the size of your carbon footprint depends on where in the world you were born. This week&question How many people are there in the world today? a) seven billion b) eight billion c) nine billion Listen to the programme to find out the answer. Vocabulary ✔️carbon footprint - measurement of how much carbon dioxide is produced by someone&everyday activities ✔️crunch (the) numbers - perform many mathematical calculations involving large amounts of data and numbers ✔️mod cons (= modern conveniences) - technology and machines like cars, washing-machines, air-conditioning and fridges which make life easier and more pleasant ✔️affluence - having lots of money or owning many material possessions ✔️apologetic - showing that you feel sorry for something harmful you have said or done ✔️let your heart rule your head - (idiom) do something based on emotion or personal desires rather than for logical or practical reasons [Cover: Getty Images] More 6 Minute English episodes: We like receiving and reading your comments - please use English when you comment ?