For decades, cities have been expanding outward, taking up more and more space and in many cases merging beyond their administrative boundaries. In contrast to this trend, a different one has begun to develop: the inward growth of cities.

Every year, high temperatures and solar radiation cause the evaporation of millions of litres of water from Spanish reservoirs. Floating solar panels offer an innovative solution to limit this effect. By creating a layer of shade over the water, the panels reduce exposure to the sun and contribute to the conservation of this resource. Additionally, their location in aquatic environments improves their efficiency, as they operate at more stable temperatures and avoid dust accumulation, outperforming conventional panels on land.

Air travel in cities -so vividly depicted in films such as Blade Runner or Minority Report- is edging closer to becoming a part of everyday life in Spain.

For decades, old age was defined by a fixed threshold—typically 65 years—as if reaching that milestone triggered a sudden decline in physical and cognitive abilities. While chronological age has been a practical benchmark in many areas, this approach overlooks key factors crucial to a country's economic prosperity. It fails to consider the significant improvements achieved in life expectancy and quality of life in recent years, as well as the fact that different aspects of aging do not impact one’s ability to perform tasks or activities in the same way.
In 2050, Spain is projected to be warmer, drier, and more prone to extreme climate events than it is today. Average temperatures will rise, rainfall will become less frequent but more intense, summers will grow longer, and droughts will increase in both frequency and severity. In response, the construction sector is already experimenting with innovative materials designed to enhance energy efficiency in buildings and help the housing stock adapt to the mounting challenges of climate change.

What is the relationship between HispanIA 2040 and the Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2024? 

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HispanIA 2040 and the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2024 are two distinct yet complementary initiatives with a common goal: to harness the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to increase Spain's economic prosperity and social welfare. Both the diagnoses and the lines of action set out in the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2024 have been taken into account in the preparation of HispanIA 2040.   

There are, however, significant differences in the focus and goals of the two projects. 

The National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2024 aims to position Spain as a leader in the development and ethical application of AI, integrating it into the economy and society. In contrast, HispanIA 2040 focuses on how AI can address the major challenges the country will face in the future. HispanIA 2040 is not a blueprint for what capabilities we need to develop to have a leading AI ecosystem in the coming decades (the how). It is a study of how AI can contribute to building a more productive and sustainable economy, enhancing the efficiency and quality of public services, and modernising security and defence systems, all while addressing inequality and bridging social divides (the what for).  

The time horizon of the analysis is also different. The Strategy is a roadmap to be implemented in the short term (2024-2025), while HispanIA 2040 considers the potential impact of AI on the Spanish economy and society over a horizon of at least 15 years.   

What is the relationship between HispanIA 2040 and Spain 2050?

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The conceptual framework of HispanIA 2040 is grounded in Spain 2050. The former looks at how AI can contribute to overcoming some of the biggest challenges we face as a country in the medium and long term, which have been analysed in detail in Spain 2050.  

Likewise, technological change is one of the megatrends that, together with ageing, green transition and increasing urbanisation, shapes the challenges analysed in Spain 2050. HispanIA 2040 explores the transformative potential of AI as a general-purpose technology, capable of influencing most aspects of our lives.  

Has AI been used to develop this project?

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Yes, AI software was used in three phases of the project. Firstly, tools such as ChatGPT and Copilot were employed to identify areas of opportunity and applications where AI could make a difference in the coming decades. This provided a first approximation of the main themes for analysis in less time than if no AI had been used. Secondly, during the writing phase of the project, the assistants were used to improve the clarity and flow of the ideas and to make some complex concepts more accessible. Finally, generative AI was used to create the basis for the images of the future. Given the limitations of this technology in defining realistic spaces and characters, the results were improved using design tools to meet the visual standards of the project.