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Educational Technology: Digital Footprint

digital dilemmas

Context

Your company's growth relies on digital platforms and devices, but their manufacturing and data centers consume vast energy and scarce resources. While innovations exist to reduce impact, a paradigm shift towards sustainable practices (like shared devices, designing for longevity, and renewable energy) would increase production costs, slow development, and reduce profits.

Dilemma

A) Prioritize a full shift to sustainable practices, investing in eco-design.
B) Continue current development and scaling, prioritizing competitive advantage and rapid market expansion.

Summary

EdTech's growth increases energy use and e-waste. Smart classrooms and AI training consume significant power. Data centers pose a major environmental threat, but renewable energy and efficiency improvements offer hope. Device manufacturing and data transmission contribute heavily to the digital carbon footprint. Researchers advocate for transparency, life-cycle assessments, and sustainable practices. Solutions include energy-efficient devices, recycled materials, device sharing, and legal regulations.

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Last modified:06 June 2025 2.33 p.m.
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