How Technology is Driving Environmental Sustainability: A Look at IoT for Good Initiatives

In a world facing pressing environmental challenges, the role of technology driving positive change has never been more critical. From devices that can measure water usage, smart vehicles that make transporting goods more efficient, or even waste containers that are smarter than your average trash bin, technology is being applied in new and surprising ways to make the world greener. 

These emerging advancements are exciting, and they offer incredible potential for the way we live and how businesses operate. With each new development, however, we often must look back and ask: is this benefiting the Earth? In this blog we’ll explore how IoT for Good initiatives have emerged as a powerful tool for environmental monitoring, conservation, and sustainability.

Reducing Carbon Footprint through Renewable Energy

Renewable energy sources like solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal power are increasingly becoming mainstream. In 2023, 50% more capacity for renewable energy was added to energy systems around the world. Technology is being used to tackle some of our biggest issues concerning non-renewable energy, as well as our carbon footprint and making the deployment of renewable, clean energy options easier and more efficient. Imagine, for instance, all energy systems connected by Artificial Intelligence (AI), where usage can be monitored, and high emissions eliminated. This kind of technology makes the reliance on renewable energy systems increasingly easier. In fact, experts anticipate that renewable energy will exceed the usage of coal as the largest source of electricity by 2025.

Optimising Resource Management

Effective resource management is essential for preserving Earth’s natural resources. Technologies such as AI, drones, and sensors play a crucial role in monitoring and optimising resource usage and can be implemented in a variety of ways such as:

• Agriculture – The ability to precisely monitor crop growth and harvest yields allows for an increase in food accessibility. By leveraging connectivity solutions, BinSentry makes feed monitoring more efficient while reducing waste.
• Monitoring Water Usage – Water is one of our most critical resources, which makes responsible management that much more important. By leveraging ground sensors in agriculture and recreation, GroundWorx is not only reducing water usage but also saving money and enhancing smart output.
• Waste Management - Smart waste container management systems help monitor and minimise waste, while promoting recycling and, paving the way to a more sustainable future.

Promoting Sustainable Transportation

Transportation is one of the largest sources of carbon emissions, but technological advancements offer promising solutions. The goal is to use technology to create more efficient methods of transportation that cut down on emissions while also taking advantage of monitoring systems. Smart city initiatives aim to optimise traffic, reduce congestion, and increase parking availability. While electric vehicles and smart scooters help cut down on overall emissions. KORE’s Fleet technology, for instance, enables businesses to optimise route selection and increase productivity while minimising the overall environmental impact and time spent on the road.

Harnessing the Power of IoT for Good

As we celebrate Earth Day, let's harness the power of IoT for Good to create a sustainable future for generations. Together, we can pave the way to a greener tomorrow through innovative technology and collective action. At KORE, we are committed to leveraging our expertise in IoT connectivity to support environmental sustainability efforts around the globe. Reach out to learn more about our environmental initiatives and how you can join us in making a difference this Earth Day and beyond.