Journey to a Green Future

Anonymous

March 19, 2025

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It was a sunny morning in September 2050 when I set out on a journey to the heart of Europe's future. As I traveled through Zagreb by autonomous electric vehicle, I noticed how public parks had transformed the congested streets. People were gathering in botanical gardens, exchanging ideas, and creating collective projects for a sustainable future.

Between 2025 and 2050, the world underwent a significant transformation. Cities became self-sufficient, and renewable energy replaced fossil fuels. Inspired by eco-innovations, I visited a center for innovation where young experts were working on developing new technologies for recycling plastic waste into bioplastics.

After lunch, I strolled along the Drava River, where cherry blossoms were falling from trees and providing a source of food. We were all connected – nature, technology, and people. In that instant, I realized that the future we had dreamed of was finally a reality. And every day was an opportunity to create a better world.

As I continued my journey, I witnessed a Europe where borders were no longer an issue, and people from all walks of life were living together in harmony. The air was clean, the water was pure, and the earth was thriving. I saw a generation of innovators and leaders who had taken responsibility for shaping their own future and that of their planet.

In this Europe of 2050, sustainability was not just a buzzword; it was a way of life. People had come together to create a world where technology and nature coexisted in perfect harmony, where the needs of the present were met without compromising the future. It was a future that was not just possible, but already here – a reminder that the choices we make today shape the world we live in tomorrow.

I returned to the present with a renewed sense of purpose, inspired by the people and projects I had met on my journey. I knew that creating a better world would require effort, creativity, and determination, but I also knew that it was achievable. And so, I encouraged others to join me on this journey, to dream big, and to work together to build a Europe that was truly for all.

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Freedom prevails

Firstly I hope for the war in Ukraine to stop. The US can help with negotiations but Ukrainians should not be losing their land or have to compromise on their freedoms and opportunities to join Nato or other organizations. Russia should be punished for their actions and Ukraine should regain its full independence and freedom.

2040 Plaan A

2040. Europeans have recognised that our differences are one of Europe's greatest values and that they need a united commitment. That the culture and self-existence of every small fragment of the people are just as invaluable as those of the great ones, whether they have taken root on an Aegean island or in the Lapland tundra buried in castles. This is not some woke wishful thinking, but a conclusion arising from the thermodynamics of living systems. London and Paris have got rid of the illusion that they could still function as independent geopolitical forces on the back of the vanishing aftermath of their lost empires and work creatively together in the common interest of the continent. A workable balance has been found between national interests and the common geopolitical interest, underpinned by a faster decision-making mechanism. Europe is a member of NATO as a whole autonomous bloc and is able to defend its interests regardless of its non-continental allies. Ukraine is a member of NATO and the European Union. Europe needs a strong and self-reliant Africa. In cooperation with African countries and the African Union, their educational and scientific capacities and their economic performance have developed sufficiently so that the accompanying emancipation of women and changes in family models have created the conditions for the pressure of mass emigration to subside. Well, I guess we'll keep looking.

Het belang van vegetarisme.

My specific theme is vegetarianism. I hope that in 20 years' time it will no longer be possible to believe that animals were slaughtered to feed people 20 years ago. I am 73 years old and since 6 years vegetarian and I notice that especially the people of my age are not open to plant-based food. However, eating meat is very bad for inflammation in our body, this has already been confirmed to me by countless doctors and specialists. Switching to vegetarianism is not only important to reduce animal suffering but also very important to save water. The cultivation of cereals, which now mainly serves to feed cattle, can then also be used for human consumption. The climate debate should also revolve around this.

Peace

In the past years, people have been caring deeply about peace and good relationships between all countries. No countries are at war and the disagreements made by politicians are not fought through, but talked through meaningful conversations that make both parties happy in the end.

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