Summary: "In the next 20 years, all human population growth on this planet will be in cities." In this TEDTalk, inventor Dean Kamen lays out his argument for the use of his Segway as an efficient means of getting around in the urban centers of the world. He also explains how the Segway's engine can produce energy that could be used, among other things, for purifying drinking water. "Lots of people talk...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2007
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Summary: According to the latest statistics from the United Nations Population Fund, the momentum of world population growth has slowed. But does that mean the population boom is over? This program summarizes the results of the most recent State of World Population Report, highlighting key changes in fertility rates and family size, as well as demographic shifts and the implications of increased human...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006