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Humanity from Space

Humanity from Space

Season 1 Episode 1 | 1hr 54m 40s

A trip through 12,000 years of development, this two-hour special shows how seemingly small flashes of innovation have changed the course of civilization. As our global population soars, humanity will face numerous challenges in order to survive.

Aired: 07/20/15 | Expires: 03/09/16
Extras
Watch • 2:04
Humanity from Space
The Connected Planet
Learn about the problems facing humanity as a result of our global interconnectivity,
Clip: 2:04
Watch • 2:44
Humanity from Space
The Modern World
Discover our interconnected technological world from the perspective of space.
Clip: 2:44
Watch • 0:30
Humanity from Space
Preview
Learn how seemingly small flashes of innovation have changed the course of civilization.
Preview: S1 E1 | 0:30
Watch • 3:30
Humanity from Space
The Population Clock
Can Humanity meet the population challenges ahead without destroying Earth?
Clip: 3:30
Watch • 2:54
Humanity from Space
The Black Marble
View the world’s interconnected networks lit up from space.
Clip: 2:54
Watch • 3:23
Humanity from Space
Earth Seen From Space
See the impact on our planet of the development of our modern civilization.
Clip: 3:23