The January 21, 2025 workshop organized by NetworldEurope and AIOTI explored how advanced communications, AI, IoT, and edge computing can drive sustainability goals through two focused discussion panels. Key speakers from industry and academia highlighted the role of 5G and 6G ecosystems in enabling green mobility, energy efficiency, and resource-efficient ICT solutions for industrial applications. Presentations emphasized the necessity of strategic partnerships and standardized architectures to overcome ecosystem hurdles and validate business models for sustainable digital transformation. The event underscored the convergence of edge AI, wireless sensing, and smart systems as critical enablers for reducing the environmental impact of future networks.
Keywords: sustainability, edge intelligence, green ICT, digital transformation, resource efficiency