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Today, humanity does not reach even Type I by Kardashev’s standards; we are estimated to be around 0.7 on the scale, which already illustrates our limited advancements compared to what we might achieve in the future. This focus on a civilization's approach to energy consumption provides a compelling direction to gauge progression.
The Characteristics of Societies on the Kardashev Scale
Type I Civilization
A Type I civilization operates at the level of its entire planet. Achieving this status—estimated to occur within the next 150-400 years for humanity—requires extensive advancements in energy technology. A comprehensive harnessing of renewable systems, the development of nuclear fusion, and innovations beyond our current battery technology will be essential.