Digital Tech to Save Germany 133 Megatonnes CO2 by 2030
Digital technologies are set to play a significant role in Germany's fight against climate change. By 2030, they could contribute to a third of the country's climate goals, according to recent findings. This potential is five times greater than the CO2 footprint of the digital infrastructure itself.
The CO2 footprint of Germany's digital infrastructure is projected to reach 26 megatonnes of CO2 equivalents by 2030. However, targeted use of digital solutions in key sectors could offset this significantly. In 'manufacturing', 'mobility', 'energy', and 'buildings', digitalization could reduce CO2 emissions by a combined 133 megatonnes by the same year.
This potential for digital technologies to improve competitiveness while protecting the environment is gaining political traction. International and national forums, such as the EU's 'Europa in der Welt' initiative, are shaping agendas to support digital solutions in the global fight against climate change.
By 2030, digital technologies could contribute to a third of Germany's climate change goals, with a CO2 savings potential five times higher than its own footprint. With political support and targeted use in key sectors, digitalization can help reconcile economic growth with environmental and climate protection.
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