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Stories for the future of Europe

Join us in exploring the possibilities of the future! Share your future perspectives, discover other people’s visions, and engage in a dialogue on what Europe and the world may look like in the future. We collect, share and distribute your visions in our stories database.

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Your ideas matter – shape the future you want! Share your visions of tomorrow and join us in creating a narrative that inspires citizens, policymakers, and foresight experts. Together, we can co-create the future.

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Stories do shape futures. Dive into the video tutorials to explore how future narratives are born. Further below, browse trough a series of inspiring, thought-provoking stories around challenges and opportunities of our futures.

Share your visions of the future!

Share your visions of the future!

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Inside the first self-sustainable city on Mars - by ABIBOO studio
Inside the first self-sustainable city on Mars - by ABIBOO studio
Construction of the city of Nüwa could start in 2054 and will see 250,000 people live inside the rock of a steep cliff. Freeze my body, melt me in 80 years, and send me to Mars. Architecture studio ABIBOO has revealed its plans to create the first self-sustainable city on the Red Planet, which is set to be ready for residents in 2100. The city will be called Nüwa and will be located at Tempe Mensa on one of the Martian cliffs. Its position inside a rock on the steep cliff will protect its residents from radiation and meteorites (cool!) while still giving them
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#OurFutures stories by EU citizens
ana.gherghel1996@gmail.com
ana.gherghel1996@gmail.com
In the year 2040, the education system is much more developed, people can travel without barriers wherever they want and life expectancy is much higher even in rural areas. People's diet relies heavily on their own production, the work of the earth and the greenhouse system develop from day to day.
Jā, jan35@inbox.lv
Jā, jan35@inbox.lv
Redzu, ka pasule ir sadalīta starp dažam lielvarām un mēs joprojēm esam Eiropa. Vēlos to redzētu spēcīgu un vienotu, ar tām iespējām ko tā jau šobrīd dod, bet bez liekas birokrātijas. Joprojām ir izdevies novērst tiešus karus un mēs dzīvojam mierā, sadzīve ir pārgājusi uz digitālo vidi, daudz ko mūsu vietā izlemj makslīgais intellekts un daudzi lēmumi vairs nav jāopieņem pašam. Varu mierīgi dēdēt savā lauku īpašumā un pārvaldīt savi dzīvi no turienes. Ceļot ir kļuvis grūtāk, jo starp lielvarām ir milzīga konkurence un naids. Maz kas ir atkarīgs no parasto ierindas pilsoņu vēļmēm, visu izšķir varas pārstāvji - ir zināma veida diktatūra.
Devillersrolandhubert@gmail.com
Devillersrolandhubert@gmail.com
Hello everyone, thank you very much for this innitiative, I imagine rightly or wrongly that a certain number of problems can be solved As for example one of my projects is 1) equipment to effectively fight forest fires 2) marketed equipment neutralising the aquaplanig of vehicles But for lack of start-up aid my two projects are still waiting for my fault without a doubt and this day almost 79 years I ask myself questions ???,well thank you Signed, devillersrolandhubert@gmail.com
jp1980_1980@yahoo.gr
jp1980_1980@yahoo.gr
2040 is a lot closer than we think. However, life in the future will look nothing like what we are living right now. Artificial intelligence and robotics will have become an integral part of our reality, transforming not only work and transport, but also health and education. From technological sensors that will monitor our health in real time, to personalized training programs and missions in space, the world will be full of new challenges and opportunities that will determine the course of humanity.
AI for more humanism
AI for more humanism
I would like that more people had that chance to work less while receiving more money for their work. With the productivity jump through AI enhanced technologies people would be able to finish their work quicker and would gain time to spend it with loved ones, take care of healthy habits, volunteer in favour of those in need etc
Lavorare meno, lavorare tutti
Lavorare meno, lavorare tutti
Whatever we do to improve the world is not enough if we spend as much as 8 hours a day working. Waiting for the weekend to live is barbaric in 2024. We should work 4 hours a day with an adequate salary and we all know that part-time work exists but it must be implored and those who want to work 4 hours earning less are considered lazy.
mitko820@abv.bg
mitko820@abv.bg
Make people and the world better. There is only kindness. Let's all be united. Let there be no disease, so that we may live more peacefully. Let's help each other, that's why we're human. Let there be pure nature, water and preserve the purity of the Earth. There should be no misery and scarcity, everyone should be able to afford the basic necessities without experiencing difficulties. Everything is clean and natural.
aslihanunuvar@gmail.com
aslihanunuvar@gmail.com
In 2040, I envision a future where sustainable energy solutions have completely transformed how we power our world. Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, and by 2040, I hope that we have made significant strides toward a carbon-neutral society. In this future, the majority of our energy comes from renewable sources like solar, wind, and hydropower. Advances in battery technology and energy storage have made it possible to harness and store vast amounts of energy, ensuring that clean power is available even when the sun isn't shining or the wind isn't blowing. Fossil fuels are no longer a primary source of energy, having been replaced by cleaner alternatives that not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also minimize air and water pollution. Cities are designed with sustainability in mind. Urban planning prioritizes green spaces, energy-efficient buildings, and public transportation systems that run on clean energy. Electric vehicles dominate the roads, and advancements in public transit mean that more people rely on efficient, eco-friendly options for their daily commutes. This shift to sustainable energy has also spurred economic growth. Green jobs are plentiful, with industries related to renewable energy, energy storage, and environmental conservation leading the way. Education systems emphasize sustainability, teaching students the importance of environmental stewardship and equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in a green economy. Moreover, global cooperation on climate initiatives is strong. Nations work together to share technology and resources, recognizing that the fight against climate change is a collective effort. International agreements are in place to ensure that all countries are on track to meet their sustainability goals, with regular progress assessments and accountability measures. In this 2040, the impacts of climate change are being mitigated. Communities that were once vulnerable to extreme weather events have been fortified with resilient infrastructure. Ecosystems are being restored, and biodiversity is flourishing as conservation efforts are prioritized. The planet is on a path to recovery, and there is a sense of global optimism as we move closer to a truly sustainable world. This future is one where the health of our planet and the well-being of its inhabitants are at the forefront of every decision, ensuring a better world for future generations.
Αμφιλεγόμενο
Αμφιλεγόμενο
paraskeuaidis.nicolas@gmail.com
denismelisa587@gmail.com
denismelisa587@gmail.com
The best future I imagine is for there to be peace in the whole world, balance in everything, no poverty, no violence, happy children, happy families, the current corruption of governments to disappear all over Europe and in Greece, of course.
Democracy and quality of life
Democracy and quality of life
I would like to have a cure for cancer, freedom of expression and quality of life. I would like to be living in a democratic society with equal opportunities for everyone, where racism will be abolished and wars will be a thing of the past.
gittevandegraveele@gmail.com
gittevandegraveele@gmail.com
By 2040, I would like the way we deal with food and public space to have fundamentally changed. An ideal image I have in mind, based on the projects I am working on, such as Fruitstraat Gent, is that cities have been completely transformed into green, edible landscapes. In this future, cities are not only functional living spaces, but also productive ecosystems where fruit trees, vegetables and herbs grow lushly in streets, squares and parks. Everyone has access to healthy and local food thanks to the myriad of commons such as communal gardens and fruit trees, where residents have free access to pick. The idea of a short and sustainable food chain is fully embedded in urban life: people harvest their own food or buy it directly from neighborhood cooperatives, without the intervention of polluting, long distribution chains. In addition, there is a broad awareness of the importance of community and participation. Speculative design projects are no longer just a niche, but have been given a central role in shaping urban development. Residents are actively involved in designing the future of their city, with participation and engagement at the heart of policy decisions. Each district has its own projects and experiments that constantly contribute to the improvement of the living environment, both socially, economically and ecologically. This vision of the future would result in a healthier, cohesive and more resilient society in which people not only have a connection with each other, but also with nature and the food they consume.
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