The future is open-ended. No one knows what it will bring. But we need toconsider all the possibilities in order to be prepared for whatever future doesemerge.
Where will these people live? While no precise estimates are available, themetro area will probably continue to expand as it has throughout its history.But more people will not drive to offices, but will telecommute from home.Courtesy credit
The Houston area will likely continue to grow faster than the U.S. in general.It will get older and more Hispanic.
The future is unpredictable. That much we know for sure. But we need to preparefor it nevertheless.
Peter Bishop
Peter Bishop is an Associate Professor of Strategic Foresight and Coordinator ofthe graduate program in Futures Studies at the University of Houston.