The island state of Kiribati disappears as sea levels rise
After extensive research, mainly based on facts and events that have taken place in the 20th century, we've looked into the future and have shown a glimpse of what you may expect to see and happen between 2048 and 2057.
2048
Plamoflex, a cheap and hardwearing form of solar plastic, is now the main source of material used in creating homes and structures around the world.
2049
Australia reports an increase of 5,200 heat-related death this year. The hardest hit are people over the age of 65.
2050
After delays of over three years, Mars finally receives its first colonists.
2051
World population now stands at 10 billion human inhabitants.
2052
Crop yields have increased by up to 20 percent in East and Southeast Asia, while they have decreased by 30 percent in Central and South Asia.
2053
The last of Earth's oil reserves is finally exhausted.
2054
The last piece of land on the island state of Kiribati (South Pacific) finally disappears as sea levels continue to rise.
2055
Peace at least in the Middle East.
2056
Interactive holographic cinemas are now the main source of entertainment across the planet.
2057
The Arctic Sea is now ice free during the summer months.