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What will be the environmental effects of population growth and how can we mitigate these effects?
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The environmental effects of population growth include increased resource consumption, increased pollution and waste, pressure on land, and loss of biodiversity. To mitigate these effects, we need to reduce consumption and waste, invest in renewable energy sources and mobility, increase the use of sustainable land management practices, and protect and restore ecosystems. Furthermore, we must empower people to make decisions that promote collaboration, sustainability, and social equity.