Did you know that digitising your rural business can also help you take care of the planet?
Sustainable digitisation is the application of new technologies that provide more sustainable solutions and reduce the environmental footprint.
According to the Smarter 2030 report by Accenture and GeSI, the implementation of ICT-based solutions (Information and Communication Technologies) could achieve a 20% reduction in global carbon dioxide emissions (CO₂) by 2030, keeping them at similar levels to 2015. In addition to emissions reductions, the report points to other significant benefits associated with the use of ICTs:
- 30% increase in agricultural yields: the application of digital technologies in agriculture can optimise processes and improve productivity.
- 25 billion barrels of oil saved per year: energy efficiency and resource optimisation, facilitated by ICTs, contribute to reduced dependence on fossil fuels.
- Saving 300 billion litres of water per year: digital solutions enable more efficient water management in various sectors.
- Generating more than $11 trillion in annual economic benefits by 2030: digitalisation can drive new business models and improve efficiency across multiple industries.
ICT can play a crucial role in climate change mitigation by facilitating a more efficient and less carbon-dependent economy. Digitalisation not only improves the efficiency of your business, it also reduces your environmental impact.
Green data: Sustainable data centres
In the digital age, data centres have become fundamental parts of our economy and daily lives, supporting everything from cloud services to business and personal applications. However, this accelerated growth in data creation, processing and storage comes with high energy consumption and an increasingly worrying environmental footprint.
Faced with this challenge, it becomes urgent to rethink how these critical infrastructures are designed and managed. This is where the concept of Green Data comes into play, which is committed to energy efficiency, the use of renewable energies, the optimisation of hardware and the reduction of CO₂ emissions, with the aim of minimising the environmental impact of data centres and digital services.
The volume of information is currently growing exponentially, so the need for sustainable digitisation is key to ensuring that technological progress actively contributes to a more ecological, efficient and responsible model.
DIGIS3 offers different High Performance Computing (HPC) services that you can consult and request.
How can any company contribute to digital sustainability?
Smart mobility is one of the first ways in which any company can reduce its environmental impact. The use of digital tools such as video calls, online ordering or electronic administrative procedures eliminates the need for physical travel, resulting in lower fossil fuel consumption and a significant reduction of CO₂ emissions. This transformation not only reduces the carbon footprint, but also saves time and improves operational efficiency.
Another key contribution is moving towards the goal of ‘zero paper’, an affordable and highly effective practice. The implementation of e-invoicing, digital notes or e-signatures drastically reduces the consumption of paper, ink and other materials, generating a direct positive environmental impact. In turn, digital management facilitates better document control, reduces the physical space needed for storage and improves the traceability of information.
Finally, in sectors such as agriculture or production, digitalisation offers powerful tools for a more efficient and responsible management of resources. By means of automatic systems and sensors, it is possible to optimise the use of water and energy, adapting to the real needs of the environment. In addition, input control apps help to precisely dose fertilisers or pesticides, reducing waste and environmental risks. With digital process monitoring, companies can adjust inventories, minimise waste and improve logistics, leading to more sustainable and intelligent production.
If you are interested in the possibility of automating tasks in your company, DIGIS3 can advise you and help you in the process. Consult our services and contact us at info@digis3.eu. Our team of experts will work with you.