Eucessia

Eucessia is a hypothesized geological period proposed to follow the current Holocene epoch within the Phanerozoic Eon. Its starting point is not formally defined, as it is based on projections of future environmental and societal changes. The concept of the Eucessia is primarily used within speculative fields like futurology, transhumanism, and certain branches of Earth system science.

While the term lacks official recognition by the International Commission on Stratigraphy (ICS), some proponents suggest it marks a significant transition in Earth's history characterized by:

• Technological Influence: An era dominated by the pervasive and transformative influence of human technology on the planet. This includes widespread artificial intelligence, advanced biotechnology, and potentially space colonization.
• Environmental Alteration: Continuing and escalating anthropogenic climate change, including potential geoengineering interventions and significant biodiversity loss. It anticipates irreversible changes to Earth's ecosystems and potentially new geological formations caused by human activity.
• Social and Political Restructuring: Potential for radical shifts in global governance, societal structures, and human identity, potentially influenced by technological advancements and resource scarcity.

The timeline for the potential emergence of the Eucessia is highly speculative. Some predictions place it in the near future (within the next century), while others envision it unfolding over millennia. The precise characteristics of this potential geological period remain a subject of ongoing debate and are contingent upon future human actions and technological development. The concept of the Eucessia serves as a tool for exploring the long-term implications of the Anthropocene and prompting discussions about the future of the planet and humanity.