In the 1970s, only four megacities existed, while today there are 44 — a rapid increase reflecting urban population growth, particularly in developing nations.
The average U.S. citizen consumes five times more resources than the Earth can sustainably provide, raising concerns about the consequences of megacity living.
Ranking of megacities shows a predominance in Asia, with India and China housing the majority, reflecting significant shifts in global urban demographics.
As the global population nears eight billion, megacities epitomize the challenges of overpopulation and resource strain, posing questions about sustainable living.
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