Unraveling Plan(et) A. Is it really possible to harmonize digitalization and environmental sustainability? – YOUthDIG 08 2022

19 June 2022 | 09:30 - 11:00 CEST
YOU^thDIG 2022, main programme

Session teaser

Climate change is no longer a prospect but a daunting reality. Our generation and the generations to come are the ones most likely to suffer its negative effects, and at the same time are the ones most concerned with preventing the “point of no return” from being reached. Concrete solutions are urgently needed. Against this backdrop, this session will shed a light on how digitalization can both affect climate change and be the key driver for environmental sustainability.

Format

This session is inspired by a classical cineclub. At the beginning of the session it will be shown a short documentary which will kickstart the conversation with the experts. The participants will have the chance to explore this new IG area, raise questions, formulate comments and brainstorm solutions.

Further reading and video

Climate change

United Nations, Urgent Solutions for Urgent Times https://youtu.be/xVWHuJOmaEk?t=309

'Internet Governance and Sustainable development

UN environment programme, Digital transformation for environmental sustainability https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/video/digital-transformation-environmental-sustainability

UN environment programme, Accelerating digital transformation for the environment https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/video/accelerating-digital-transformation-environment

ITU, E-waste: Why standards matter? https://www.itu.int/hub/2022/04/green-standards-sustainable-digital-transformation/ UN environment program

People

Focal Points

• Veronica Piccolo
• Stanislav Mahula

Key participants