“I believe that transparency will help us all in our collective efforts to make a difference,” said Yazbek, aiming to become carbon negative by 2030 and reduce past emissions by 2050. mentioned the company’s goal of removing all More importantly, we provide our customers with advanced tools such as the Emissions Impact Dashboard to help them establish their own baselines and make informed choices. ”
The exact roles of governments and private sector in the world’s sustainable future have yet to be decided, but Yazbek hopes to reach agreement on “ensuring the safety and well-being of future generations.” increase. Sustainability is a hot topic as environmental, governance and social (ESG) issues are brought to the fore in today’s boardrooms, and stakeholders such as shareholders and investors are increasingly concerned about such issues. I became interested. In the digital age, technology plays an inevitable role in the sustainability efforts of both public and private organizations.
“At Microsoft, we are both makers and consumers of all kinds of technology, including the Internet of Things (IoT), digital twins, advanced analytics, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Microsoft Power Platform. We need both, and only technology can enable that acceleration and also help scale the impact.”
Advanced analytics, machine learning, IoT, and digital twin technologies help capture near-real-time data and make real-time understanding of data across siled systems. AI can help accelerate design cycles and create rapid prototyping of sustainable products. Also, by tracking the entire supply chain and identifying hotspots, manufacturers can gain insight into the carbon footprint of their items.
“We are finding solutions to problems that have puzzled us for decades, such as knowing how much water a city consumes in real time. Internet, mixed reality, and a host of other technologies Sustainability engineers across the region combine these capabilities into clever solutions to address problems ranging from water scarcity to wildlife habitat conservation. It allows us to move forward.”
Microsoft recently worked with Sharjah sustainability pioneer Beeah to bring artificial intelligence to its new headquarters. This includes a digital concierge that serves both employees and visitors. Waste management and recycling specialist Beeah worked with Johnson Controls and Microsoft to develop a smart building solution hosted on Microsoft Azure. The system has optimized energy efficiency and increased employee productivity.
“The Beeah facility has set a benchmark in the field of sustainability,” said Yazbeck. “This is LEED Platinum, the highest level of green building, and will serve as a guide for other sustainability innovators. Technology is just a tool for success.” We must not forget that it will not save our planet, we humans are empowered and propelled by technology and we must take responsibility and make a difference. Only people can achieve sustainability.”
To learn more about how technology can support sustainability, check out our podcast roundtable discussion with Nada Taryam, Managing Director of Civil Projects at Beeah here.
