In 2040 I will have a 19, a 24 and 26 year old. I hope that we are able to stay close as a family. We would be able to live in close proximity with each other so I can help my children start their own lives. House prices are more reasonable so they don't have to move far away. I can see them often, child mind my grandchildren and travel with them. I don't want my children to be swamped with debt from huge mortgages, I want them to be able to continue their careers after having children and not have to give up work because of lack of affordable childcare. I us to able to travel together both locally and on ferry to France and UK without it being cheaper to get a flight to Spain for a week than stay locally for a weekend. I want our local government to put people first, building communities instead of just houses. I want my children not to have to worry about going to the doctors because it's too expensive or where will their children go to school because there isn't enough spaces for the amount of houses built. I want my children to be happy and to be able to make memories with them. I want my future to be family!

In 2040, I would like to see a world where climate change is seriously controlled. I would prefer this topic because it has a significant impact on our future. A better future would be one in which countries around the world work together to reach zero carbon emissions and promote sustainable lifestyles. Renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power would dominate energy production and vehicles would become fully electric, reducing emissions. Cities would be rich in green spaces and buildings would be energy-efficient and environmentally friendly. In rural areas, people could engage in organic farming and sustainable food production, thus contributing to the protection of the ecosystem. Sustainability values would be integrated into education, making young people aware of their responsibility for the planet. Such a future would allow us to live in harmony with nature and leave a healthy and balanced world for future generations.

Imagine a future where technology and nature work together, not in opposition. In 2040, cities could be covered by vertical gardens, and buildings would use renewable energy to reduce pollution. Electric cars and environmentally friendly transport systems would protect the atmosphere, while technology would rehabilitate destroyed ecosystems. An important topic is education. Children would learn, through virtual reality, about the importance of biodiversity and our role in protecting the planet. Technological innovations could also monitor the state of the environment and prevent environmental disasters. This future depends on our decisions today. By choosing sustainability, we can create a world where technology doesn't just make our lives easier.

In 2040, I would imagine a future where technology, nature and society are in balance, and people live more connected to each other and to the planet. Here are some ideas about how I would like the world to look like: 1. A sustainable world Cities should be green and self-sufficient, with buildings covered by plants and powered exclusively by renewable energy sources – solar, wind, geothermal. Households should be equipped with smart technologies for recycling and reducing waste. Transport should be fully electrified and autonomous, without emissions, and people should use bicycles more often or walk through airy and clean urban spaces. 2. Advanced and accessible education for all Education should be globalized and personalized, giving each individual the chance to learn at their own pace, with the help of artificial intelligence and virtual reality. Traditional classes are complemented by practical experiences in simulated environments, such as virtual labs or educational trips to other planets, through VR. All children in the world should have access to quality education, regardless of their social or economic background. 3. Extraordinary advances in medicine Incurable diseases of the past to be history, thanks to advanced genetic therapies and organs grown in the laboratory. People can monitor and maintain health with wearable devices that prevent diseases before they manifest. Longevity should increase and quality of life should be exceptional at any age. 4. Space exploration and new housing Human colonies already exist on the Moon and Mars, with technologies that allow adaptation to hostile environments and the cultivation of food in space. Interplanetary travel should be accessible to the general public, making the exploration of the cosmos a natural part of life. 5. Deep human connections A world where people value authentic relationships and empathy more, and where technology is a means of rapprochement, not isolation. Society should be guided by values such as inclusion, solidarity and respect for diversity. 6. Art and creativity are universal. Anyone can create, either through human inspiration or with AI assistants who turn ideas into art, music or literature. Let art become a universal language, uniting people from all corners of the world and replacing cultural barriers. 7. A regenerated nature Forests should be larger than ever before and biodiversity should be protected by reforestation and habitat rehabilitation technologies. People should live in harmony with nature and ecosystems should be restored for future generations.