What Earth in 2125 could look like - Iseult Gillespie
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Untertitel (81 segments)
DownloadFaced with the realities of current crises,
it's easy to assume our world is headed in a bleak direction.
But there’s good reason to be hopeful—
with developments in science and technology,
a positive future is more viable than ever before.
So, what if the future was awesome?
Let’s explore what the future of three cities could look like,
if we harness the tools we already have at our disposal
to solve today's problems.
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Key Vocabulary (21)
People refers to a group of human beings or the general public. It is the standard plural form of the word 'person'.
A city is a large and important town where many people live and work closely together. It typically has a complex system of transport, housing, and sanitation, and serves as a hub for business and culture.
Today refers to the current day or the 24-hour period that is happening right now. It can also describe the present time or modern era in a more general sense.
H2O liquid
"Drink water daily."
The planet Earth and all the people, animals, and things living on it. It can also refer to a specific area of human activity or interest.
Relating to a particular area, city, or neighborhood near you. It describes things, people, or services that belong to the specific place where you are currently located.
Describes something that exists in or is caused by nature, rather than being made or changed by humans. It can also refer to someone's innate abilities or a relaxed, normal way of behaving.
Sustainable refers to the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level without depleting natural resources or causing severe damage. In environmental contexts, it describes methods that do not harm the ecosystem, while in business, it refers to growth that can continue over the long term.
The practical application of scientific knowledge to solve problems or invent useful tools and systems. It encompasses everything from simple hand tools to complex computers and machinery used in modern industry.
The past refers to the period of time that has already happened before the present moment. It includes all previous events, experiences, and people that are no longer here.
"The past is important."
The future refers to the period of time that will happen after the present moment. It describes events, situations, and possibilities that have not yet occurred.
"The future is important."
Energy is the power that comes from things like electricity, coal, or the sun to make machines work or provide heat. It also describes the physical and mental strength that people have to be active and do things.
Grammar in This Video
"a positive future is more viable than ever before"
"what the future of three cities could look like, if we harness the tools"
"shoreline, which put the city at risk of catastrophic flooding"
"harness the tools we already have at our disposal"
"sustainable worlds in which humans, nature, and technology exist in harmony"
"Meanwhile, São Paulo, Brazil has fully reimagined housing"
"There’s no fee for these services— instead, folks contribute"
"So, what if the future was awesome?"
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