How digitization saves climate change

A study by Bitkom shows that almost half of the climate targets can be achieved by 2030 through digitisation. The study was carried out by Accenture. Particularly noteworthy is the figure of 120 megatonnes. This corresponds to the amount that could be reduced. The industrial and mobility sectors in particular are very lucrative. Furthermore, the CO2 footprint is being examined in more detail.

In principle, Germany has set itself the target of producing 543 megatonnes of CO2 in 2030, which is slightly more than half (55%) of the 1990 level. For comparison: in 2019, emissions were 805 metatonnes of CO2.

In order to achieve this target, all sectors must become active. The Bitkom study “Climate Effects of Digitization” therefore examines the potential of digitization in relation to these goals. In this context, seven areas are examined more closely.