Together on a healthy earth (Όλοι μαζί σε μια υγιή γη)

Anonymous

April 26, 2023

Together on a healthy earth (Όλοι μαζί σε μια υγιή γη)

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Especially recently, I feel that in many areas we are not going well. However, two seem to me to be the most critical points for change: (a) the large climate chapter, and (b) the gradual elimination of active citizenship, who is interested in their fellow citizens and the community to which they belong/are part of/live.
In 2040, therefore, we will ideally have achieved any change that can still occur in terms of climate change. The temperature will remain stable at current levels, the glaciers will continue to suffer, heat fires will have been reduced, etc. The ways we have achieved this achievement will be holistic and long-term, so that they will have an effect and duration (e.g. in Paris they are trying to unlock rivers and streams in order to bring down the temperature, while at the same time taking the public through the installation of air-conditioning units, which would raise the temperature of at least 2 degrees in the city). Of course, this approach is linked to the second strand of the described future, that of active citizenship. In order to achieve this, the people of the Earth will have changed mindsets, the sense of responsibility we all have towards the planet, not only in theory, but in substance, has been strengthened. The world will have mobilised, realising that changes are not taking place by writing 2 whistle-blower paragraphs on the internet that may inspire a proportion of the world, but so far, but need concrete actions, which are organised, cooperative, shared and mass. As active citizens, we will enjoy solidarity, conspiracy and mutual support for each other’s fellow citizens, building on and strengthening the concept of public space vis-à-vis the private one. Everyone’s altruism, feeling of inclusiveness and empathy will have increased.
Every action and every attempt to make a positive change is part of a chain, where each link is linked to the others and it is impossible to fundamentally change the situation if we do not act comprehensively and through all the parts that make up the living system.

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2040

As we entered 2025, I wasn't particularly optimistic about the state of the planet. We faced huge challenges with climate change, plastic pollution & biodiversity loss and species extinction. Despite the challenges, we managed to get a plastics treaty adopted where it was decided to reduce the production of new plastic. The negotiations were tough and the big oil companies were very much against it, but pressure from grassroots groups ensured that the treaty was adopted. Today, we use many more natural and more recyclable materials. Plastic is no longer the norm that we throw away after use. The agreement on plastics was the start of the push to reduce the use of fossil fuels. Many cities pushed for better living conditions and after a few years, several major countries began to make more constructive proposals to reduce greenhouse gases. Air quality in major cities has improved and this has helped to reduce the number of people falling ill with respiratory infections in cities. We still have a big task in cleaning up plastic pollution. Nature must also continue to have time to recover after so many years in decline. We have slowed down the emissions of CO2 and other greenhouse gases, but the effects are not yet so clear. However, I am pleased that we are on the right track.

Ekologija

I envision a 2040s where energy is completely clean and accessible to all. The world has moved towards sustainable energy sources - solar, wind, nuclear fusion - and cities and villages have energy autonomy. What does this look like? - Homes and buildings are equipped with advanced solar panels and local hydrogen fuel cells. Each building generates its own energy, so electricity grids have become decentralised. - Transport is fully electric and runs on renewable energy. There are no noisy engines on the streets and no exhaust fumes. - Industry and agriculture use circular economy principles -

Spokój duszy i ciała

The world is full of peace and is not rushing at the same pace as before. A 4-day work week is introduced to have more time for oneself, family or friends. People are less stressed and consequently happier. Everyone can afford a little luxury and salaries are not as varied as they are now.

Europa unita

United Europe. I would like there not to be so many armies with so many individual state expenditures but one European army. Also I would like to eliminate the duplication of law enforcement agencies that continually get in the way by having for the Italian state a duplication in commanders etc. A European salary system and not of each state. In short if we are Europe we must have common intentions, otherwise we dissolve Everything.

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