Digital Sustainability: Harnessing Technology for Sustainable Futures

Digital technologies are critical enablers of the global sustainability agenda. From AI-enabled carbon tracking and IoT-driven resource optimization to blockchain-based supply chain transparency, they are redefining how businesses meet sustainability targets. However, these same technologies also raise important challenges: AI models require massive computing power, data centers consume energy, and rapid digitalization accelerates e-waste.
For today’s executives, the challenge lies not only in leveraging digital technologies to drive sustainability but also in addressing their unintended consequences, thereby making the twin transition towards a ‘digital’ and ‘sustainable’ future. This program equips leaders with the knowledge and strategic tools to harness digital technologies for sustainability while managing their risks, thereby enabling organizations to create green, resilient, and future-ready business models.
This program aligns with the dual priorities of a digital and sustainable future posited by international organizations like the UN and EU. Positioned at the cusp of sustainability compliance and technology adoption, this program provides a holistic view that integrates both the opportunities digital technologies create for sustainability and the challenges they pose to achieving a sustainable future. This program focuses on the strategic, organizational, and leadership dimensions of digital sustainability to lead the twin transition

Objectives

Participants would be able to:
1. Understand Digital Sustainability: Explore how AI, IoT, blockchain, and cloud computing can accelerate sustainability while also creating new environmental challenges.
2. Drive Sustainable Digital Business Models: Learn to embed digital technology into sustainability planning, green innovation and circular business models.
3. Leverage Data and Analytics for ESG Outcomes: Use AI and analytics to monitor, measure, and transparently report sustainability performance.
4. Address the Challenges of Digital Sustainability: Confront issues of energy-intensity and carbon footprint of digital infrastructure and e-waste.
5. Build Responsible Leadership for Sustainable Futures: Develop capabilities to lead the twin transition – green and digital.

Contents

1.Digital Technologies and the Sustainability Imperative
   • The dual role of digital tools: enablers and challenges
2. AI and Data Analytics for ESG
   • Predictive modeling, carbon tracking, and ESG reporting
3. IoT and Smart Systems for Green Operations
   • Smart grids, smart factories, and IoT for efficiency
4.Blockchain for Transparency in Supply Chains
   a.Traceability and sustainable sourcing
5. Digital Platforms and the Circular Economy
   a. Leveraging platforms for reuse, recycling, and sharing models.
6. Sustainability Challenges of Digital Technology
   a. Energy consumption, e-waste, rebound consumption effects
7. Leadership and Governance for Sustainable Futures
   a. Responsible technology adoption, global standards, and regulatory frameworks.

Who should attend?

This program is designed for organizations seeking to harness AI for enterprise-wide transformation. Potential client organizations include:
• Energy and Utilities Companies
• Manufacturing and Industrial Enterprises
• Banking and Financial Institutions
• Retail and Consumer Goods Companies
• Technology and Consulting Firms
• Government and Public Sector Institutions

Venue & Duration

The programme is scheduled during March 01-03, 2027 on a residential basis at MDI Campus, Mehrauli Road, Sukhrali, Gurugram. Accommodation for participants would be available at MDI Campus from the noon of February 28, 2027, to the forenoon of March 04, 2027. 

Registration & Fees

Participants should be nominated by their organizations. The enclosed nomination form should be completed and returned with all the details. The fee of the program is Rs. 66,000/- (Rupees Sixty Six Thousand only) per participant which includes a professional fee and all charges for boarding, lodging and supply of course materials during the programme. GST as applicable will be charged extra in addition to the programme fee. Payment should be made by Cheque/NEFT/RTGS.

Discount Policy
With a view to our long-term relationship with your esteemed organization, we are pleased to introduce the discount policy in this programme. The discount will be observed in the following conditions: (discount is applicable in NEPAL also) 
• 10% Discount against 3-5 nominations 
• 20% Discount against more than 5 nominations 

Important Dates

The last date for receipt of nominations is February 15, 2027. The last date for withdrawal of nominations is February 16, 2027. Any withdrawal received after this date will be subject to deduction as per the Institute's rules. However, substitution may be permitted. Nominating organizations are advised to await confirmation of acceptance of nominations(s) before sending the participants to the programme venue. 

For enquiry, please contact at [email protected] or +91-124-4560008.