Session
CTN Technologies
Ida Padikuor Na-Tei- ISOC Alumni/ISOC YSG -Civil Society Athanse Bahizire- ISOC Alumni/ ISOC Congo - Civil Society Stephen Samuel Kwame Jaja- ICANN Afralo/Sage Technologies - Private Sector Golde Assan- Ghana National communications Authority- Government
Ida Padikuor Na-Tei- ISOC Alumni/ISOC YSG -Civil Society Athanse Bahizire- ISOC Alumni/ ISOC Congo - Civil Society Stephen Samuel Kwame Jaja- ICANN Afralo/Sage Technologies - Private Sector Golde Assan- Ghana National communications Authority- Government
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Speakers
Ida Padikuor Na-Tei- ISOC Alumni/ISOC YSG -Civil Society
Athanse Bahizire- ISOC Alumni/ ISOC Congo - Civil Society
Stephen Samuel Kwame Jaja- ICANN Afralo/Sage Technologies - Private Sector
Onsite Moderator
Ida Padikuor Na-Tei
Rapporteur
Golde Assan
SDGs
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
12. Responsible Production and Consumption
13. Climate Action
17. Partnerships for the Goals
Targets: This session aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by addressing the environmental and policy challenges of e-waste in the digital age: SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – 9.4, 9.5): Encourages sustainable industrial practices and technological innovations for responsible e-waste management. SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities – 11.6): Addresses the impact of e-waste pollution on urban areas and promotes cleaner waste management strategies. SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production – 12.4, 12.5): Advocates for sustainable production and consumption patterns, focusing on e-waste reduction, recycling, and reuse. SDG 13 (Climate Action – 13.1): Highlights the environmental impact of e-waste and the need for urgent action to mitigate its contribution to climate change. SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals – 17.6, 17.17): Emphasizes multi-stakeholder collaboration, including governments, tech companies, and civil society, to create effective e-waste policies and solutions. By integrating internet governance, innovation, and sustainability, this session promotes a greener digital economy while ensuring environmentally responsible digital transformation.
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
12. Responsible Production and Consumption
13. Climate Action
17. Partnerships for the Goals
Targets: This session aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by addressing the environmental and policy challenges of e-waste in the digital age: SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – 9.4, 9.5): Encourages sustainable industrial practices and technological innovations for responsible e-waste management. SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities – 11.6): Addresses the impact of e-waste pollution on urban areas and promotes cleaner waste management strategies. SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production – 12.4, 12.5): Advocates for sustainable production and consumption patterns, focusing on e-waste reduction, recycling, and reuse. SDG 13 (Climate Action – 13.1): Highlights the environmental impact of e-waste and the need for urgent action to mitigate its contribution to climate change. SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals – 17.6, 17.17): Emphasizes multi-stakeholder collaboration, including governments, tech companies, and civil society, to create effective e-waste policies and solutions. By integrating internet governance, innovation, and sustainability, this session promotes a greener digital economy while ensuring environmentally responsible digital transformation.
Format
Online and Onsite Audience
Duration (minutes)
30
Description
As digital consumption rises, electronic waste (e-waste) has become a critical environmental and policy challenge. The rapid turnover of internet-connected devices—such as smartphones, laptops, and data center hardware—creates an escalating waste problem that threatens sustainability. This session will explore how internet governance, digital innovation, and policy frameworks can mitigate the negative impact of e-waste and promote a circular digital economy.
The discussion will focus on:
Tech industry accountability in designing sustainable, repairable, and recyclable devices.
The role of digital platforms in promoting responsible e-waste disposal and consumer awareness.
Emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, IoT) for tracking, managing, and reducing e-waste.
International policies and best practices for e-waste regulation and recycling.
This session brings together experts, policymakers, industry leaders, and youth advocates to explore collaborative solutions that balance digital transformation with sustainability. Participants will gain insights into innovative policies, green tech initiatives, and circular economy strategies to tackle the growing e-waste crisis while ensuring a responsible digital future.
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