Talk synopsis
Digital is often regarded as green or sustainable by default. But unfortunately it’s not. Many people are surprised to learn that whilst digital is usually much less impactful than offering a real-life alternative, it’s not without significant downsides. Websites, apps, and cloud-based data storage have their own carbon footprint.
In this session we’ll:
- introduce the concepts of digital sustainability, exploring beyond just carbon emissions into a broader appreciation of digital’s impacts on the world around us;
- discuss what can be measured and managed, and what practical actions a small business, facing resource constraints, can do to make a meaningful impact;
- answer your questions about the topic.