Gone | Away

"Gone Away" is a multifaceted concept that often touches on the loss of physical resources, the shifting social landscape for younger generations, or the philosophical mystery of what happens after life.

A significant portion of what we produce—nearly —is "gone away" before it ever reaches a consumer's plate. Gone Away

: Rotting food in landfills is a primary driver of climate change, contributing to about 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions . The Vanishing Future: Economic and Social Shifts "Gone Away" is a multifaceted concept that often

: In the US, approximately half of all produce is discarded due to "unrealistic and unyielding cosmetic standards". This "ugly" fruit and vegetable waste accounts for up to $15.4 billion in retail losses annually. The Vanishing Future: Economic and Social Shifts :

: Younger people today often earn less on an inflation-adjusted basis while facing drastically higher costs for education and housing.

: A substantial transfer of wealth has occurred from younger to older generations, often exacerbated by regulations that limit new housing and increase existing asset values. Beyond the Physical: Life After Death

For younger generations, the traditional "social contract" of doing better than one's parents seems to have gone away.