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All articles on sustainability and digitalisation at a glance.

 

Smarter Cities Through Shared Data: Why Tech Alone Won’t Save Our Urban Future

Smarter cities start with shared data. But fears around privacy keep departments siloed. What if openness—not control—was the key to better living?

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A Better Social Media: How to Successfully Switch To Decentralised Social Networks

Forget X and Instagram: social media is better decentralised! Here, we show you how to switch to Mastodon, Pixelfeld and co.

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Decentralised, Efficient, Open: Delta Chat Is Our Favourite Instant Messenger

Delta Chat is exceptionally energy-efficient—and offers unique features that make it a genuine alternative to WhatsApp and other messengers.

Carbon Offset Scheme Offsetra Helps Cryptocurrency Users Balance Out Their Carbon Footprint

Using Carbon.fyi and Offsetra, Ethereum users can check the carbon emissions they've generated—then donate to offset them.

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Interview with Cholena de Konigh, RESET’s New Social Media Manager

RESET’s latest Social Media Manager is Cholena (Cho) de Konigh, a freelance filmmaker and social media manager from the Netherlands. She’s recently shifted her focus from directing to editing various commercials, short films and trailers.

Decentralised YouTube Alternative PeerTube: Is It More Sustainable Thanks to Peer-To-Peer?

PeerTube is a decentralised YouTube alternative. Is it also more sustainable thanks to peer-to-peer connections?

“The Future Belongs to Open Source”: ZOOOM and the Future of Intellectual Property

Open source and intellectual property protection don't always get along. We spoke to the people behind ZOOOM to see what the future holds for these uncomfortable bedfellows in the backdrop of a big tech revolution.

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Open Source, Encrypted, Green(er): Secure Alternative Instant Messaging Apps to WhatsApp

Messenging platforms are a primary form of communication for millions. But not all providers handle your data with care. We present secure and greener alternatives.

The Hidden Gaps in Our Digital Carbon Footprint: A Conversation with Jens Gröger of Öko-Institut

Devices, data centres and our online lives all generate high CO2 emissions. Jens Gröger shares solutions for this digital carbon footprint.