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We live in a world that is wealthier, but also more unequal, than ever before. Here we take a look at innovative approaches and solutions working to close up that growing inequality gap and ensure social justice for the many, not just the few.

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How Can the Energy Guzzler That’s AI Become More Sustainable? Interview With Friederike Rohde (Iöw)

Artificial intelligence has a large CO2 footprint. Renewable energies alone will not solve the problem, says Friederike Rohde.

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Tidying Up With the “Digital Data Clean-Up”: The Campaign Shows How Digital Working Can Become More Sustainable

The digital data clean-up helps employees to clear out digital rubbish. The campaign takes place 16-27 September: RESET is taking part!

Will Digital Product Passports Change the Game in Fashion?

Digital Product Passports will tell consumers about the sustainability of their clothes. Will they reduce the industry’s carbon emissions?

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Just How Effective Is Social Media in Tackling the Climate Crisis?

While social media amplifies activism, it also fuels misinformation. As our planet hurtles towards 1.5C, we deep dive into social media's impact on the fight against climate change.

Mixed Fabrics Could Now Be Recycled Thanks to New Research

The fashion industry has an overconsumption problem, producing endless textile waste that can’t always be recycled. Researchers have developed a new method for recycling blended textiles that could increase the amount of clothes that find a second life.

How Digitalisation Can Help Neighbourhoods Share Electricity

More players in the market are key to driving the shift away from fossil fuels — and digitalisation plays an important role. However, digital technologies themselves are also energy-hungry. But there are ways to keep the additional energy consumption low.

Artificial Intelligence: Can We Save Our Planet With Computing Power?

Artificial intelligence has long since solved complex tasks and made our everyday lives easier. But do intelligent computer programs also provide new solutions for environmental and climate protection?

Unravelling the Social and Environmental Cost of Smartphones

Wisdom in a world of 'smart': frontline research from environmental advocates reveals how smartphone technology is impacting both humanity and the environment.

Why You Need to Charge Your Smartphone All the Time and What It Has to Do With Tracking

Digitalisation not only has a high electricity demand, but also ensures a constantly growing consumption of resources. Here's how changing your phone use can change this.