Leading the Charge in Sustainability — A Technology Leader’s Perspective

Giles Lindsay
5 min readSep 19, 2024
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Background

“The Industrial Metaverse — Building A Sustainable Reality” was a session that I recently attended at the CIO Masterclass Summit. This event was a deep dive into how digital twins and the industrial metaverse can transform industries, making them more efficient and sustainable. Inspiration from the insights shared has left me eager to explore how technology leaders can leverage these technologies to lead their organisations towards a sustainable future.

Introduction

Technology leaders are key to steering businesses through continuous change while promoting sustainability. This article explores how technology leaders can use modern technologies and smart planning to guide their companies toward a greener future.

Understanding Sustainability in Business

The Shift Towards Sustainability

Sustainability is not just about being eco-friendly; it’s about staying competitive and responsible. Barack Obama once said, “We are the first generation to feel the effect of climate change and the last generation who can do something about it”. This highlights the urgency and responsibility we carry. BlackRock, a global investment firm, states, ‘We focus on…

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Giles Lindsay

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