sustainability

Balancing the Benefits and Challenges of Digital Technology in Water Management

Digital technology is transforming Europe’s water management systems, offering innovative solutions like real-time monitoring, leak detection, and smart irrigation. By using technologies such as AI and the Internet of Things (IoT), water loss in EU networks—currently at 23%—could be significantly reduced. EU-funded projects under the ICT4Water Cluster are leading these advancements, enabling water systems to … Read more

Digital Product Passports: Key to Enabling the Twin Digital and Green Transition

A recent study highlights how Digital Product Passports (DPPs) can play a crucial role in advancing both the green and digital transitions, essential for achieving a sustainable future. As part of the EU’s Circular Economy Action Plan, DPPs offer a digital identity for physical products, allowing stakeholders to track their lifecycle—from production to recycling—through detailed … Read more

TwinRevolution Project’s Webinar: A Major Success in Promoting Digital and Green Transition in Industry

The TwinRevolution project’s webinar titled “Towards the Twin Digital and Green Transition in the Industry” took place on June 25th, 2024. This pivotal event significantly contributed to advancing digital and sustainable transformations within the manufacturing sector, particularly in the furniture and textiles industries. The webinar attracted more than 60 participants, including academics, industry professionals, and … Read more

Advancing Digitalisation and Sustainability: The Role of Independent Software Vendors

In a recent European Commission report titled “Towards a Green & Digital Future“, it’s argued that achieving digitalization requires an understanding of its interconnectedness with sustainability. This integration is where independent software vendors step in as indispensable players. Data and its analysis form the backbone of the green transition, and independent software vendors excel in … Read more

Europe moves to a Circular Economy with the Skills Pact

In a world increasingly concerned about sustainability and environmental preservation, the European Union (EU) is at the forefront of the transition to a Circular Economy. This initiative seeks not only to improve economic efficiency, but also to promote inclusion and create quality jobs. The Circular Economy implies a significant change in business models and skills … Read more

Twin Transition Playbook: A practical guide to help business leaders join digital and sustainability roadmaps

To encourage the adoption of sustainable digitization, Royal Schiphol Group and PA Consulting have partnered to co-produce the Twin Transition Playbook. The playbook provides business leaders with the guidance and tools needed to build a successful twin transition strategy. Broken down into three major phases and seven bitesize steps, the playbook is a living document that will be iteratively improved based on adopters’ feedback.

Sustainability in the digitilised textile world towards 2030

Ekoteks, an affiliate of the Istanbul Apparel Exporters Association, is holding the 14th International Symposium on 10 October 2022 under the heading Sustainability in the digitalised textile world towards 2030 – responsible production, responsible consumption. The Symposium is divided into five sessions: Alignment with sustainability principles: public policies, support and the European Green Deal  Climate change and its environmental impact … Read more