Mega-trends 2016: The Future Happens Now

This report examines the megatrends affecting society, well-being, economy, and technology, highlighting the acceleration of technological advancement, global interdependency with growing tensions, and the sustainability crisis due to natural resource overuse and climate change.

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Quick Facts
Report location: source
Language: English
Publisher: Sitra
Publication date: January 14, 2016
Authors: Elina Kiiski Kataja
Geographic focus: Global
Page count: 56

Methods

The research method involved compiling phenomena from various areas of expertise at Sitra, reviewing futures reports, statistics, academic research, news articles, expert opinions, national foresight research, and discussions on futures.

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Key Insights

The report identifies three major drivers of change: rapid technological advancement, an interdependent world with rising tensions, and a global sustainability crisis. It explores the impact of new technologies on society, the challenges of global interdependency, and the urgent need for sustainable resource use to combat climate change.

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