In 2040, there are no more non-recyclable plastics. Everything that is produced can be recycled and used to make new products. Rivers and oceans are clean, climate change is less pronounced. People have become more tolerant and have much more empathy for other people and animals. The cure for all types of cancer has been found, the health system has become much better and health care is available to everyone. There is almost no social inequality. Hunger in the world is eradicated, and rich people try to help those who are poor as much as possible.