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Green Digitalization: A Study of India's Efforts to Reduce Carbon Footprint through Digital Technologies

Dr. B. Sofia Rani

Volume: 15 Special Issue: 5 2025

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Green Digitalization refers to the concurrent application of digital technologies and sustainable practices to attain environmental objectives. It entails employing digital technologies to enhance resource efficiency in systems, such as controlling smart grids and optimizing buildings, while concurrently diminishing the environmental impact of the digital sector through initiatives like e-waste reduction. The purpose of this study is to analyze India's plan to reduce its carbon footprint by utilizing digital technology, which is in line with the aims of sustainable development. In this report, we investigate the ways in which efforts such as Digital India are promoting environmental sustainability in important industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and energy management. In this study, an analysis is conducted to determine the influence that digital transformation has on the enhancement of energy efficiency, the promotion of green innovation, and the overall adoption of renewable energy. The findings indicate that despite the fact that digitalization presents a large potential for lowering carbon emissions by means of enhanced resource management and process optimization, major hurdles continue to exist. The need for increased digital literacy, stronger cybersecurity, and improved internet connection, particularly in rural regions, are some of the hurdles that need to be overcome. The research investigates the dual nature of digitalization, which allows for the achievement of environmental goals while also being a source of its own digital carbon footprint. The study highlights the need of adopting a balanced and strategic approach to the formulation and execution of policies. After conducting this research, the researchers came to the conclusion that it is essential to combine digital solutions with strong environmental laws in order to fully exploit the potential of green digitalization for India's transition to a low-carbon economy and to accomplish its climate goals.

DOI: http://doi.org/10.37648/ijrssh.v15i05.007

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