Abstract
A desirable future critically depends on our ability to ensure the supply of key resources while simultaneously respecting planetary boundaries. This paper looks at the po- tential implications of living within the safe operating space for people, business and the economy. It develops a positive visionofthe futurebased onthree pillars:a safeand fairuse of global resources, a sustainable society, and a transformed economy.Wereviewandbuildonrecentsustainabilityvisions to develop a holistic reflection on what life in 2050 could look like, and explore the key changes in the economy needed to get there. In particular we show that resource efficiency re- quires a systemic shift in values, innovation, governance and management regimes. We present a bold vision for Europe underlined by indicators and targets, explore transition chal- lenges to getting there and conclude with a list of key policies needed for overcoming challenges and reaching the vision.
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