2030


Predicted and scheduled events

By 2030, the world is expected to experience significant advances in artificial intelligence, automation, quantum computing, and other frontier technologies, leading to transformative effects on economies, societies, and daily life. Analysts predict that artificial intelligence will become deeply integrated into industries such as healthcare, education, finance, and transportation. AI systems are expected to handle increasingly complex tasks, from autonomous vehicles and personalized medicine to generative content creation and predictive analytics.
The World Economic Forum projects that by 2030, up to 85 million jobs may be displaced by automation, but 97 million new roles may emerge that are more adapted to the new division of labor between humans, machines, and algorithms.
Moreover, advances in quantum computing and neurotechnology are also forecasted to mature significantly by 2030, potentially enabling breakthroughs in drug discovery, cryptography, and brain-computer interfaces. Governments and global institutions are increasingly recognizing the need to balance innovation with regulation to ensure ethical use of these technologies.

Global warming

Significant impacts of global warming are expected by 2030, as climate models project continued temperature rise, extreme weather events, and sea-level rise. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, global warming is likely to reach or exceed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels between 2030 and 2052 if it continues to increase at the current rate. The United Nations Environment Programme warned in its 2023 Emissions Gap Report that without immediate and deep emissions cuts, the world is on track for a 2.5–2.9°C temperature rise this century. These trends are expected to cause increasing threats to ecosystems, food and water security, human health, and coastal infrastructure by 2030.

Mitigation Efforts

Efforts to mitigate the impacts of global warming focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, transitioning to renewable energy sources, enhancing energy efficiency, and protecting carbon sinks such as forests and wetlands. International agreements like the Paris Agreement aim to limit global temperature rise well below 2°C, preferably to 1.5°C, by encouraging countries to set nationally determined contributions for emissions reduction. Additionally, technological advancements in carbon capture and storage and sustainable agriculture practices are increasingly recognized as vital components in addressing climate change. However, the effectiveness of these efforts depends on global cooperation and timely implementation.