This is a morning of a new day. And every day starts with garbage sorting. Everything that comes into a house after being used should be carefully distributed into containers. Humanity has learned to approached shopping wisely. Nothing extra, only what is necessary. And to focus on practical side of goods. During shopping we think of utility, sorting and processing. Saving of everything (including water, forest, electricity, second life to goods) is becoming our target.

In the future, there will be a nuclear power plant in Estonia that will produce clean energy for us. The offshore wind farms were abandoned and the state of the Baltic Sea continues to improve. In the Estonian marine area, there are additional areas that are in good condition. More and more people are working remotely and have moved away from cities to rural areas. In particular, Saaremaa draws as a place to live. The flight connections of the latter have further improved and it is easy to fly from Saaremaa to Europe. As easy as Spain. The climate has also become warmer, and grapes are grown and tasty wine is made in Saaremaa.

By 2040, transport will be sustainable, fast and efficient. High-speed trains like the Hyperloop connect cities in record time, powered entirely by renewable energy. Self-driving electric cars and shared taxis reduce congestion and parking problems. Cities are largely car-free, with wide cycle paths and smart running sidewalks that generate energy. Flying is more sustainable thanks to electric and hydrogen aircraft, while space travel is possible. Public transport is seamless and accessible, making travel faster and more environmentally friendly than ever. Thanks to these innovations, the air is cleaner, cities are greener and mobility is more efficient and pleasant for everyone. 🚀

I imagine that in 2040 a typical day is very different from those of today. I wake up with natural light filtering through smart windows, designed to adjust the temperature and lighting according to my biological rhythm. The air is incredibly clean, thanks to urban reforestation and clean energy that has replaced fossil fuels for years now. I leave the house without keys or phone: my biometric identifier allows me to access free public transport, which has now replaced almost all private cars. The streets are full of people moving by bike or on foot, while drones deliver essential goods without clogging the cities. After a coffee with a friend in a place that uses only local and sustainable ingredients, I head to work. The workweek is four days and many activities are automated, leaving us more time for creativity and well-being. Artificial intelligence has not replaced humans, but it helps us in the most repetitive tasks, allowing us to focus on what really matters. In the evening, I relax in a park suspended between skyscrapers, where greenery intertwines with modern architecture. I look at the clear sky and think about how much the world has changed in the last 15 years: It took crises and bold choices, but we now live in a fairer, more sustainable and connected Europe.