Correlation analysis of population, energy consumption and overshoot day global trends
In this study, a comprehensive analysis was conducted on the correlation between global population trends, energy consumption, and earth overshoot day. Earth overshoot day marks the point each year when humanity’s demand for ecological resources exceeds Earth’s capacity to regenerate them within that same year, serving as a crucial indicator of unsustainable resource use. Specific units were chosen for measurement: population was assessed in increments of 10 million people, and energy consumption was measured in exajoules, ensuring comparability between trends for greater accuracy. The study includes graphs to visualize the findings. Advanced data analysis tools were used to develop a regression model, allowing for precise recording, processing, and validation of results. Through this analysis, significant trends and correlations were identified, providing a comprehensive understanding of the interaction between population growth, energy consumption dynamics, and the progression of Earth overshoot day. These findings offer critical insights into global trends and underscore the urgent need for sustainable resource management practices and international cooperation. By understanding these dynamics, policymakers and stakeholders are better equipped to address the challenges posed by the overconsumption of natural resources and work towards a more sustainable future.
Authors
- Νikolaos M. Manousakis (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7729-1016)
- Constantinos S. Psomopoulos (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6139-1357)
- Perikles Papadopoulos
- Emmanuel Gryparis
- Marta Rzeszutko
Institutions
- Princeton University (US)
- Earth Island Institute (US)
- University of West Attica (GR)
- Columbia University (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Discover Sustainability
- Published
- 2025-11-04
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-025-02088-7
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Global Energy and Sustainability Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.36
Funders
- University of West Attica