Digital pathways to sustainability: Integrating technology and innovation for a greener future

Title

Digital pathways to sustainability: Integrating technology and innovation for a greener future

Creator

Shaji, Marina; Kumar, Amit

Description

Digitalization has emerged as a revolutionary element across various sectors and communities, altering conventional practices and creating new avenues for sustainability. This chapter delves into how digital technologies intersect with circular economy principles and sustainable development, emphasizing their contribution to combating climate change and furthering the United Nations' 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By evaluating case studies, theoretical models, and empirical evidence, this chapter investigates the ways in which cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT) promote sustainable practices and foster environmental resilience. The chapter concludes by providing practical insights for policymakers, industry executives, and researchers on leveraging digital innovation for a greener future. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing.

Source

Effects of Digitalization and Circular Economy on Sustainable Policy and Climate Change Prevention;pp.1-38

Date

01-01-2025

Publisher

IGI Global

Coverage

Shaji M., Christ University, India; Kumar A., Christ University, India

Rights

Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library

Relation

ISBN: 979-836939911-8; 979-836939909-5;

Format

online

Language

English

Type

Book chapter

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9909-5.ch001

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