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ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY essential for their environmental sustainability efforts .
“ Technology will always be a catalyst to empower societies and is a vital enabler of sustainability . We are seeing digital technologies at the forefront of accelerating net zero transitions and building more sustainable value chains . These technologies encompass a wide range of tools and
Sustainability is not an end state but a factor that will have to be embedded in the strategy of every company . solutions , from Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things ( IoT ) to blockchain and data analytics ,” explains Salvador .
For instance , IoT sensors and AIdriven algorithms can monitor energy consumption in real time and identify areas of inefficiency . Smart buildings can automatically adjust lighting and temperature settings to optimise energy use . This not only reduces costs but also minimises the environmental impact associated with energy generation .
According to PwC , AI could contribute up to $ 15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030 through increased productivity and efficiencies in sectors like agriculture and energy , supporting sustainability goals . On the other hand , blockchain technology is being used to create transparent and immutable supply chain records .
This ensures that products are ethically sourced , produced , and transported . It helps in verifying claims of sustainability and reduces the risk of unethical practices within the supply chain .
“ Our commitments and actions on sustainability are far-reaching . Our goal is not just to become more sustainable though , we want to help organisations to do the same . By working together with our customers , we co-create solutions and services to help them transform their operations and supply chains , to facilitate their transition to net zero , and achieve their sustainability goals .”
“ No matter where an organisation is in the sustainability journey , our solutions and services can help organisations minimise environmental impact , deliver new value , accelerate business transformation and achieve their goals . Our ambitious commitments and partner ecosystem will make a difference ,” concludes Anglada . •
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