Top Trends to Watch in Sustainable Technology

There are a number of emerging technologies that are set to revolutionize the way we live, work and even play. These include artificial intelligence (AI), digital twins, net-zero emissions, and resilience. Keep reading to find out what these technologies are and how they will change the way we live and work. After reading this article, you’ll be better prepared to make an informed decision about sustainable technology and its future.

Digital twins

Although most efforts to create digital twins have focused on the physical aspect of things, new APIs offer standard methods for communicating with and controlling them. Mapped, for instance, has recently launched a commercial service on the Brick Schema, a model for physical, logical, and virtual assets. And companies like Zyter are working with the Qualcomm Smart Cities Consortium to help cities better manage their infrastructure.

AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a technology that can predict the future and help to create a more sustainable world. There are many applications for AI, including the environment. In Chile, for example, the biggest wildfire in its history consumed 714,000 acres. Chile is a land of beauty and wonder, and its economy relies on thriving forests. However, the use of AI for sustainable technology is still in its infancy.

Net-zero emissions

By 2050, governments, businesses, and consumers should be working together to achieve net-zero emissions. The goals of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, as well as other global initiatives, can help countries achieve this goal. If global average temperatures do not stay below two degrees Celsius by then, multiple climate hazards and a more dangerous future for humans and ecosystems would arise. This means that a comprehensive, holistic approach to net-zero emissions is necessary to achieve climate justice.

Resilience

Resilience refers to the capacity of an ecosystem or community to respond to or adapt to change. It is an important concept in sustainable development and involves addressing various issues, from climate change to disaster preparedness. It also includes the preservation of open space and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This concept has many implications, including promoting resilience and enhancing a community’s ability to adapt to change.

Energy efficiency

The world faces a monumental challenge in meeting rising energy demands. While fossil fuels are causing changes to the planet’s climate, they also continue to divide the world’s citizens into the haves and have-nots. The fact that large parts of the world are still without electricity or access to basic services shows the urgent need for an energy infrastructure transformation. By 2022, we’ll be facing unprecedented temperatures and extreme weather events due to climate change.

Millennials

Millennials are a generation with many concerns about the environment, which has increased the need for sustainable technologies. The millennial generation, which makes up over 30% of the population, is very conscious of the way they live their lives and what impacts they are having on the environment. They are also concerned about the social and environmental implications of electric energy production. The millennials are also a generation that is less likely to get engrossed in conventional politics or religious organizations. As such, they are more inclined to take action on issues that affect the world.

Generation Z

Young people from Generation Z are concerned about the future of the planet. According to a recent survey, 80% of this generation feels that current leaders have not done enough to preserve our planet’s natural resources. As a result, they feel that governments must invest more in renewable energy sources. To ensure a sustainable future, these young adults are committed to environmental conservation and social responsibility. However, their commitment is often not reflected in their views on technology.

Climate change

While many companies have committed to a zero-carbon future, there are also burgeoning industries that are trying to save the planet. Investors are recognizing the potential of these emerging technologies, and are betting big on them. Here are some hot sectors to watch. They’re also putting their money where their mouth is. Climate investors should follow the trends in sustainable technology and make sure to keep up with them.

Economic destabilization

As we accelerate the implementation of new technologies that improve sustainability and the environment, we also have to watch for the effects of growing economic destabilization. Moreover, as our societies become more unsustainable, our efforts will be multiplied. Yet, the treadmill of global economic growth continues to accelerate. According to Dominic Boyer, professor of environmental studies and Founding Director of the Center for Energy and Environmental Research in the Human Sciences at Rice University and a 2021-2022 Berggruen Institute fellow, a new ecoliberal political consensus is still struggling to emerge. This political consensus is also plagued by paradox, a paradox at its core.