Author: BERNARDO

After watching the documentary #MiEmpleoMiFuturo, I feel both uncertain and motivated about my future career. As a master’s student specializing in Circular Economy and with a background in Nanotechnology Engineering, I realize that the rapid rise of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) will change how industries operate. Although machines might take over many jobs, new opportunities will emerge for people who can think critically, solve complex problems, and innovate—skills that machines cannot replicate​

In my field, which focuses on sustainable practices like urban mining and recycling construction waste, I see the need for human-driven solutions to global challenges like climate change and pollution. Machines can process information, but they won’t care about the environment or social well-being. This makes me feel that my work has a purpose beyond just the technical aspects—it’s about making a real difference in the world​

The documentary also highlighted how the current education system doesn’t always prepare us for this future. We need to focus more on developing critical thinking and creativity, skills that will remain valuable in a tech-driven world. As I move forward in my career, I want to stay flexible, continuously learning, and using my skills to help create a more sustainable future.

Overall, the future is uncertain, but it also holds exciting possibilities for those of us willing to adapt and use technology to make a positive impact on the planet and society.

Hello everyone! My name is Bernardo, and I’m currently in Madrid, Spain, at the Technical University of Madrid (UPM), where I’m in the second year of the AMIR (Advanced Materials and Innovative Recycling) master’s program, focusing on Circular Economy. In my first year, I studied at the University of NOVA of Lisboa in Portugal, diving into subjects like green chemistry, mineralogy, and sustainable innovations.

I’m from Ecuador, with a Bachelor’s in Nanotechnology Engineering from Yachay Tech University, where I worked on projects in biopolymers, nanoparticle synthesis, and sustainable materials. This experience sparked my interest in eco-friendly industrial practices, and through the AMIR program, I’m now exploring recycling, waste management, and urban mining. Being part of this program has been an inspiring journey, connecting me with people from around the world, and I look forward to sharing ideas and learning from others here as we work toward a sustainable future.