Every April 22nd people come together to take action that will protect the environment. The theme of this year’s Earth Day is ‘Invest in Our Planet’. So how is investment in eco-innovation helping to deliver a more sustainable future?
When it comes to the environment, it can be argued that the technology industry is both the problem and the solution.
Why the problem? Because experts say tech is responsible for between 3.5 percent and 4 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions.
This ranks it above even aviation. Meanwhile the EU estimates that the Information Technology and Communication (ICT) sector is responsible for 10 percent of all electricity consumption.
Why the solution? Because we all want a prosperous future for the planet. Yet we also want the convenience and fun of modern living. Only eco-innovation can deliver the solutions needed to satisfy both aspirations. Eco-innovation is the key to doing more with less.
All over the world, and across many different industries, innovators are working to reduce human footprint while improving productivity.
As we approach Earth Day on April 22nd, the pressure is on the tech industry to keep working on the inventions. These breakthroughs will help us all to do more with less.
Meanwhile, tech firms are also facing calls to keep their own houses in order. Legislators and consumers want them to use fewer materials in the manufacturing and re-think their approach to recycling and waste.
The good news is that governments, regulators and eco-innovative companies themselves are already committed to a major clean-up mission.
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Earth day is on April 22nd.
