BDF Sessions: How can digital be a tool for the circular economy?

Brighton Digital Festival

Join us for a talk on the importance of circular economy and how digital can help us to make the most of these practices.

Ironworks Studios

Living in a world where the economy threatens the survival of our planet, we are increasingly aware of the importance of exploring different approaches to business in order to meet these challenges. There’s now a real need to develop models that draw less and less on finite, non-renewable resources and reduce carbon emissions.We will be joined by Matt Barker CEO and Founder of MPB (our generous Photography sponsors for BDF 2021), Dr. David Greenfield, Founder of Tech-TakeBack and other contributors to discuss issues around sustainability, changing our buying habits in tech, contributions to those in digital poverty through initiative like BDF’s Tech Amnesty.<a href="https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/mpbcom/</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TechTakeback/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/TechTakeback/</a><a href="https://www.mpb.com/en-uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.mpb.com/en-uk/</a><a href="https://www.techtakeback.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.techtakeback.com/</a>@mpbcom #ChangeGear @TechTakeback #RevaluElectricalsCONCESSIONSThe concession discount is available to:• People who are unwaged, in receipt of Pension Credit, Universal Credit, Income Support or Job Seekers allowance;• Part-time and full-time students;• People with disabilities (we understand that not all disabilities are visible!)• Senior citizens.AGE RESTRICTIONS: this event is 18+IRONWORKS STUDIOS COVID POLICY<ul><li>All panellists, BDF Team and venue staff will have been lateral flow tested </li><li>Venue QR code available on arrival for check-ins</li><li>Sanitiser available at multiple points</li><li>Masks are encouraged when moving around the venue but can be removed when seated </li><li>Lots of space for socially distanced seating in Bar and Studio A</li><li>The venue is fully air-conditioned, with fresh air rather than recycled</li></ul>IRONWORKS ACCESSIBILITY:To find out about Ironworks accessibility you can contact them at info@ironworks-studios.co.uk or view their website <a href="https://www.ironworks-studios.co.uk/accessibility" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here.</a>ONLINE ACCESSIBILITY:-This event will take place online via platform/software Zoom. Zoom requires you to create and log into a registered account. You may create an account for free <a href="https://zoom.us/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.-Participants will receive a link to the event on the day through eventbrite.-The event will have automated captions by <a href="https://www.rev.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Rev</a>.-Please get in touch if you would like to discuss how we can support you to virtually attend and enjoy this online event: info@lighthouse.org.ukRECORDING:Please note that the session will be recorded for people to view online after the event has taken place.CODE OF CONDUCT:Lighthouse is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. This includes safeguarding children, young people and all other participants across our activities, and a zero-tolerance of any behaviour that constitutes discrimination, bullying or harassment of any form.It is our aim to create safe, supportive and nurturing online spaces for all, free from harassment, bullying or hate. We ask all attendees, speakers, hosts and team to work together in achieving an online safe space, to help us all do this we ask that the code of conduct is followed.<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nWjLMWSc6Wlfeq2t9GkjBmE0Hk9O-Vqt/view" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Please click here to read Lighthouse&#x27;s full statement</a>

Mariam has been the entrepreneurial driving force of the growth of many start-ups over the last 16 years, including as a co-founder, chief executive and board member. Her innovative technology management expertise spans GIS, SaaS, Software, Mobile Design and Development.As Group Managing Director of 4 Earth Intelligence (4EI), Mariam provides strategic company leadership and oversees product innovation as the firm looks to leverage space data for the betterment of humans and the planet. She recently launched 4EI's Sustainable Finance division, which uses the latest in satellite technology and artificial intelligence to independently monitor and evaluate assets of any scale, from individual buildings, facilities, farms or plantations, through to large scale Climate and Nature Based Solutions projects, and Natural Capital Accounts.Prior to 4EI, Mariam worked in International Development for Every1Mobile on Digital Social Impact Solutions in sub-Saharan Africa countries, leading global multi-year contracts for clients including Unilever, DFID, USAID, Gates Foundation, the UN, the World bank, ONE, Mozilla Foundation and the EU.

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