The Anthropocene encapsulates a world of intertwined drivers, complex dynamic structures, emergent phenomena, and unintended consequences.

Much of the debate about the Anthropocene has focused on interpreting past and present changes, while saying little about the future.

We need to understand the societal goals, major trends and underlying dynamics, and transformations towards desirable Anthropocene futures.

Debates on the sustainability in the Anthropocene should focus more on opportunities for realizing desirable and plausible futures.