World in the Balance: The Population Paradox

Part 1: The People Paradox: Startling trends in population are discussed as the program looks at the aging populations of Japan, Europe, and Russia. But in parts of Africa and India, more than half of the still growing population is under 25. The conclusion: the world population is careening in two dramatically different directions. Part 2: China Revs Up: looks at China's booming economy and its growing impact on the environment. What will happen when China becomes one of the world's biggest polluter? Discusses how decisions made today will change the fate of the world over the next 50 years.