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People & Lifestyles
It is estimated that between 1996 and 2021, the number of households in England will increase by about 3.8 million. Unfortunately, new homes not only use up land that would otherwise be used for farming, but they also create problems for our environment.
People & Lifestyles K-Zone
In 1970 there were 49 million people in England and Wales, in 2001 there were 59 million and by 2011, it is thought that there will be 62 million. Watch our Food and Population and Past, Present and Future K-zones to learn more about the consequences of our ever-increasing population.
People & Lifestyles animation
Watch our 'These boots were made for walkin' ..... An animation about traffic congestion and it's effect on the air.
People & lifestyles bullet point
Bullet point facts and figures relating to people and lifetyles and the impacts that we have put upon the environment.
People & Lifestyles game
Have you ever wondered how your lifestyle impacts on the environment? Answer 15 easy questions and this ecological footprint calculator will estimate the size of your personal footprint. There is also a downloadable version available.
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Author: Claire Hainsworth
Contact: claire.hainsworth@environment-agency.gov.uk
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