Digital and Sustainable Transformations in a Post-COVID World: Economic, Social, and Environmental Challenges

Digitalization and the spread of sustainable practices can help achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, but a systemic view is needed. This book explores the antecedents, occurrences, and consequences of this process.

Format: Hardback
Length: 511 pages
Publication date: 02 January 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) represent a formidable challenge to the world, as they aim to address a wide range of social, economic, and environmental issues. While traditional approaches to problem-solving may have limitations, digitalization and the widespread adoption of sustainable practices offer a potential solution to these challenges.

The antecedents, occurrences, and consequences of this process are currently under investigation, but the big challenge is to get a systemic view. This book attempts to bring such a view into focus.

Digital and Sustainable Transformations in a Post-COVID World is dedicated to studying the consequences of the global crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the new needs and practices inherent in developing and disseminating digital and clean technologies.

The SDGs are a comprehensive set of goals and targets set by the United Nations to achieve sustainable development by 2030. They cover a wide range of issues, including poverty reduction, gender equality, climate change mitigation, and environmental protection.

While traditional approaches to problem-solving may have limitations, digitalization and the widespread adoption of sustainable practices offer a potential solution to these challenges. Digital technologies can help to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and promote sustainable practices in various industries, such as agriculture, transportation, and energy.

For example, digital technologies can help farmers to optimize crop yields, reduce water usage, and minimize the use of pesticides and fertilizers. They can also help to improve the efficiency of transportation systems, reducing carbon emissions and improving air quality.

Similarly, digital technologies can help to promote sustainable practices in energy production, such as renewable energy sources and energy efficiency. They can also help to improve the management of water resources, reducing water waste and improving water quality.

However, the widespread adoption of digital and sustainable practices also presents challenges. One of the biggest challenges is the need for infrastructure development, such as broadband access and digital literacy. This can create barriers to the adoption of digital technologies, particularly in developing countries.

Another challenge is the need for policy and regulation to support the adoption of digital and sustainable practices. This can include measures to promote investment in digital technologies, to encourage the development of sustainable industries, and to regulate the use of harmful technologies.

Despite these challenges, digitalization and sustainable practices offer a promising solution to the world's most pressing social, economic, and environmental challenges. By working together to develop and disseminate digital and clean technologies, we can create a more sustainable and prosperous future for all.

In conclusion, digitalization and sustainable practices offer a potential solution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By improving efficiency, reducing waste, and promoting sustainable practices, digital technologies can help to address a wide range of social, economic, and environmental issues. However, the widespread adoption of digital and sustainable practices also presents challenges, such as infrastructure development, policy and regulation, and the need for digital literacy. By working together to address these challenges, we can create a more sustainable and prosperous future for all.

Weight: 837g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031166761
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023