What future for our children? This edifying study which does not announce anything reassuring

In 20 years, 30 years, even 50 years… what will the future of our children be? Many parents or future parents are wondering. According to a recent study conducted by Chinet and Talker Research in 2024, 72% of adults, already parents , “are worried about the future of their children”.

To obtain this result, the study was carried out on nearly 2000 parents of children under 18 years old. It showed that a quarter of them erected “a black picture of the Earth’s future climate”. For them, the failing environment would be more worrying than the future job market for 11% of respondents, the quality of food available in the future would be a source of concern for 10%, or even the political landscape of 2025 and beyond for 5% of respondents. Reassuring… So, how do these parents best prepare for their children’s future despite these uncertain prospects?

How to ensure a better future for the next generation?

According to the report, some parents are determined to maintain hope and teach their children good habits. For 41% of parents surveyed, good environmental actions start at home. Moreover, 89% of parents questioned encourage their children not to waste.

Among the lessons passed on by these adults to children, the study reports: “turn off the lights for 59% of respondents, do not leave the water running for long periods for 55% and only use what they need for 52%”. 50% of parents encourage their children to give away and pass on their old toys.

Awareness needed from an early age

Education that involves raising awareness about more responsible actions on a daily basis that can change the situation: “72% of respondents believe their generation has a responsibility to make efforts to be more sustainable in order to benefit the next generation before it is too late”as reported StudyFinds.

Melissa Rakos, product manager for the Chinet brand, who conducted this study, leading by example is one way to teach children about sustainable development: “Even if it means making small changes, like choosing more sustainable disposables and showing your kids how you recycle or compost, these changes will add up over time.” In short, it’s never too late to save the planet!