The most critical intervention point to affect design at and across all physical scales (see graphic below) is to pay attention to the processes and patterns underlying their physical manifestations…
Affluence is the greatest barrier to a more sustainable world, according to a new scientific report, which also says that tackling overconsumption must become a priority as countries reset.
For over half a century, worldwide growth in affluence has continuously increased resource use and pollutant emissions far more rapidly than these have been reduced through better technology. The affluent citizens of the world are responsible for most environmental impacts and are central to any future prospect of retreating to safer environmental conditions. We summarise the evidence and present possible solution approaches. Any transition towards sustainability can only be effective if far-reaching lifestyle changes complement technological advancements. However, existing societies, economies and cultures incite consumption expansion and the structural imperative for growth in competitive market economies inhibits necessary societal change. Current environmental impact mitigation neglects over-consumption from affluent citizens as a primary driver. The authors highlight the role of bottom-up movements to overcome structural economic growth imperatives spurring consumption by changing structures and culture towards safe and just systems.
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Die Digitalisierung als Brandbeschleuniger im Klimawandel oder als Helfer? Der Wissenschaftliche Beitrat der Bundesregierung fordert, die Weichen zu stellen.
Der Handabdruck ist ein innovativer und ganzheitlicher Ansatz, welcher es ermöglicht, ökologische, ökonomische und soziale Nachhaltigkeitswirkungen von Produkten bewertbar, messbar und kommunizierbar zu machen.
S. Monserrate. MIT Case Studies in Social and Ethical Responsibilities of Computing, (Jan 27, 2022)https://mit-serc.pubpub.org/pub/the-cloud-is-material.