Session
Organizer 1: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 2: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 3: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 4: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 5: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 6: Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 7: Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Organizer 8: Technical Community, African Group
Organizer 2: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 3: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 4: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 5: Technical Community, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 6: Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Organizer 7: Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Organizer 8: Technical Community, African Group
Speaker 1: Eunice Alejandra Pérez Coello, Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
Speaker 2: Nathalia Sautchuk Patricio, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 3: Olatunde Awobuluyi, Technical Community, African Group
Speaker 2: Nathalia Sautchuk Patricio, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 3: Olatunde Awobuluyi, Technical Community, African Group
Format
Roundtable
Duration (minutes): 60
Format description: A roundtable format encourages open, interactive dialogue among diverse stakeholders, ensuring a rich exchange of ideas and perspectives on building sustainable Green Networks. This format fosters collaboration between policymakers, technical experts, industry leaders, and civil society, breaking down silos to address complex environmental challenges in digital infrastructure. The 60-minute structure is optimized for engagement: 10 minutes: Scene-setting and framing of the issue to provide context. 40 minutes: Moderated, interactive discussion among panelists, promoting dynamic exchanges and real-time insights. 10 minutes: Open Q&A, allowing participants to engage directly, pose questions, and share experiences. This focused, participatory approach maximizes knowledge-sharing, captures diverse viewpoints, and produces actionable takeaways. The roundtable ensures all voices contribute to identifying solutions, fostering a collective commitment to implementing Green Network strategies aligned with global sustainability goals like SDGs 7, 9, and 13.
Duration (minutes): 60
Format description: A roundtable format encourages open, interactive dialogue among diverse stakeholders, ensuring a rich exchange of ideas and perspectives on building sustainable Green Networks. This format fosters collaboration between policymakers, technical experts, industry leaders, and civil society, breaking down silos to address complex environmental challenges in digital infrastructure. The 60-minute structure is optimized for engagement: 10 minutes: Scene-setting and framing of the issue to provide context. 40 minutes: Moderated, interactive discussion among panelists, promoting dynamic exchanges and real-time insights. 10 minutes: Open Q&A, allowing participants to engage directly, pose questions, and share experiences. This focused, participatory approach maximizes knowledge-sharing, captures diverse viewpoints, and produces actionable takeaways. The roundtable ensures all voices contribute to identifying solutions, fostering a collective commitment to implementing Green Network strategies aligned with global sustainability goals like SDGs 7, 9, and 13.
Policy Question(s)
A. How can governments and regulators incentivize the adoption of energy-efficient technologies and practices in Internet infrastructure to reduce carbon emissions?
B. What policies and frameworks are needed to ensure that Green Network initiatives align with global sustainability goals, such as SDGs 7 (Clean Energy) and 13 (Climate Action), while fostering innovation and digital inclusion?
C. How can international collaboration between policymakers, industry, and standards bodies (e.g., IETF, ITU) drive the development and implementation of sustainable protocols and energy-efficient digital infrastructure?
What will participants gain from attending this session? Participants will leave the session with a clear understanding of the environmental challenges posed by growing digital infrastructure and the opportunities to build sustainable, energy-efficient networks. Key insights will include practical solutions such as energy-efficient protocols (e.g., IPv6, CoAP), dynamic power management, and optimized routing practices.
The session will highlight the importance of collaboration between technical standards bodies, policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society to reduce the Internet's carbon footprint. Participants will gain actionable recommendations on implementing Green Network initiatives, aligning efforts with global sustainability goals, particularly SDG 7 (Affordable Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action).
The workshop will provide a roadmap for achieving greener digital infrastructure, emphasizing the balance between digital growth and environmental responsibility, and fostering a shared commitment to building a sustainable Internet future.
SDGs
Description:
The growing demand for Internet connectivity and digital infrastructure brings significant environmental challenges, including rising energy consumption and carbon emissions. This workshop will explore practical solutions to build sustainable and energy-efficient networks, addressing the critical role of technology, policy, and collaboration in reducing the Internet's environmental footprint. Bringing together experts from the technical community, policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society, the session will highlight innovations such as dynamic energy management, energy-efficient protocols (e.g., IPv6, CoAP), and best practices in data center and IoT sustainability. We will discuss how standards bodies like the IETF contribute to developing protocols that optimize energy use and align with global sustainability goals. The workshop will focus on actionable strategies for stakeholders to adopt Green Network initiatives while supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDGs 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), 12 (Responsible Consumption), and 13 (Climate Action). Key questions include: How can emerging technologies and improved routing efficiency reduce energy consumption? What policies and regulations can accelerate the transition to sustainable networks? How can stakeholders collaborate to balance digital growth with environmental responsibility? Through a dynamic roundtable discussion, participants will gain insights into the challenges and opportunities for Green Networks. The session will conclude with actionable recommendations to drive sustainable practices, fostering a shared commitment to a greener, more sustainable Internet.
The growing demand for Internet connectivity and digital infrastructure brings significant environmental challenges, including rising energy consumption and carbon emissions. This workshop will explore practical solutions to build sustainable and energy-efficient networks, addressing the critical role of technology, policy, and collaboration in reducing the Internet's environmental footprint. Bringing together experts from the technical community, policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society, the session will highlight innovations such as dynamic energy management, energy-efficient protocols (e.g., IPv6, CoAP), and best practices in data center and IoT sustainability. We will discuss how standards bodies like the IETF contribute to developing protocols that optimize energy use and align with global sustainability goals. The workshop will focus on actionable strategies for stakeholders to adopt Green Network initiatives while supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDGs 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), 12 (Responsible Consumption), and 13 (Climate Action). Key questions include: How can emerging technologies and improved routing efficiency reduce energy consumption? What policies and regulations can accelerate the transition to sustainable networks? How can stakeholders collaborate to balance digital growth with environmental responsibility? Through a dynamic roundtable discussion, participants will gain insights into the challenges and opportunities for Green Networks. The session will conclude with actionable recommendations to drive sustainable practices, fostering a shared commitment to a greener, more sustainable Internet.
Expected Outcomes
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the environmental impact of digital infrastructure and the importance of energy-efficient networks. The session will provide actionable insights into emerging technologies, such as energy-optimized protocols (e.g., IPv6, CoAP) and best practices for reducing power consumption in data centers, IoT, and network operations.
Key outcomes include:
Practical Recommendations: Strategies for implementing Green Network solutions across sectors.
Policy Guidance: Insights into frameworks and incentives to align digital infrastructure with sustainability goals.
Collaboration Roadmap: Encouragement for stakeholders—policymakers, technical experts, and industry—to work together on Green Network initiatives.
Participants will leave equipped with the knowledge and tools to take concrete steps toward building sustainable Internet infrastructure that supports global environmental goals, particularly SDGs 7, 9, and 13.
Hybrid Format: The session will be facilitated by a skilled moderator who will guide the conversation to ensure a dynamic and inclusive exchange of ideas among panelists and participants. The moderator will introduce the topic, set the context, and outline key objectives to keep the discussion focused on actionable steps toward sustainable Green Networks.
Panelists—representing diverse perspectives from policy, technical standards, industry, and civil society—will be encouraged to share insights, best practices, and challenges related to energy-efficient network solutions. The moderator will pose targeted questions, ensuring balanced contributions while encouraging dialogue on practical recommendations, policy incentives, and collaborative approaches.
An interactive Q&A (using Kahoot or another platform) session will invite audience participation, fostering an open exchange of ideas and enabling stakeholders to share their experiences and concerns. This approach ensures the discussion remains solution-oriented, driving toward actionable outcomes aligned with global sustainability goals (SDGs 7, 9, and 13).