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Defra leads the way with eSIM adoption to drive sustainability in Government ICT 

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Defra leads the way with eSIM adoption to drive sustainability in Government ICT 

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has become an early adopter in Government of eSIM technology (embedded SIM) across its mobile estate, setting a benchmark for sustainable digital transformation in the public sector. This initiative is part of Defra’s broader commitment to embedding sustainability and social value into its procurement and operational practices. 

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Engaging employees in sustainable use of ICT

Posted by: Heather Jones-Lewis, Internal Communications and Engagement Manager, Defra, Posted on: 24 March 2020 - Categories: Sustainable ICT

Engaging employees in sustainable use of ICT

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Helping businesses create a greener, more sustainable future through ICT

Posted by: Chris Howes - Chief Digital and Information Officer, Posted on: 14 October 2019 - Categories: 25 year environment plan, Defra Desa

Launching Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs’ (Defra’s) e-Sustainability Alliance

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How to reduce your digital carbon footprint

Posted by: Mattie Yeta, Posted on: 14 October 2019 - Categories: Climate action, Natural footprint

How to control your digital footprint

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Rethinking the circular economy: unlocking new potential for supply chains

Posted by: Elspeth Sharp - Deputy Director, Posted on: 14 October 2019 - Categories: Circular economy, Sustainable ICT

Rethinking the circular economy

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As a global leader, Defra needs to ensure Information Communications Technology (ICT) is rationalised, resilient, responsible, and free from exploitation throughout our digital infrastructure and associated supply chains.

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About the Government Digital Sustainability Alliance (GDSA)

Digital transformation can assist sustainability, but it can also be an inhibitor. To ensure that digital technologies are a force to achieve our Greening Government Commitments, Net Zero Strategy, and support the fruition of the UNs Sustainable Development Goals, businesses and governments need to work together to ensure that digital technology puts less pressure on the environment. The achievement of digital sustainability highly depends on stakeholders’ engagement and the co-creation of shared value.

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Meet our very own Karma Chameleon

The GDSA circular economy working group is on a mission to help raise awareness on the benefits of a circular economy.

They commissioned the Karma Chameleon, created by e-waste sculptor Zak Miskry. The sculpture aims to promote positive conversations around tech and the circular economy.

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UK Government Digital Sustainability Alliance (GDSA) Summit, 20th March 2024

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