While technology has contributed to unsustainable consumption, production practices, and the climate crisis, it also holds the key to our planet’s recovery. By ethically harnessing technological advancements, we can promote a circular economy, reduce waste, and drive impactful climate action.
Below are some real-world examples of how digital technology is being used in innovative ways. These examples are not endorsements from us, but are provided to encourage critical engagement with these digital technological solutions.
We encourage you to explore them thoughtfully and consider their implications on society and the environment.
Companies
IntuitiveAI
IntuitiveAI leverages AI to automate waste sorting, boosting recycling efficiency, and reducing contamination rates.
Litterati
Litterati motivates people to document litter, generating data to guide waste reduction strategies and promote business sustainability.
Recycleye
Recycleye uses AI robots for precise waste sorting, promoting circular economy practices with high-quality recyclable outputs.
People
Kathryn Kellog
Kathryn Kellog shares zero-waste living tips, with guides and challenges to help others adopt sustainable lifestyles.
Aditi Mayer
Aditi Mayer, a sustainable fashion blogger and climate activist, champions ethical fashion practices.
Sarah Robertson Barnes
Sarah Robertson Barnes advocates for sustainability by sharing tips on eco-living, conscious consumerism, waste reduction, and climate action.
Apps
OLIO Food Sharing App
OLIO connects neighbors and local businesses to share surplus food, reducing waste and promoting community-driven sustainable consumption.
Buycott
An app that helps users make informed purchases by scanning barcodes and revealing company practices, promoting the refusal of unsustainable products.
Bunz
A community-based app for trading goods and services without using money, encouraging the reuse of items.