World Broadcasting Unions Endorse COP29 Declaration on Green Digital Action
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November 20, 2024
Toronto, Canada – The World Broadcasting Unions (WBU) is pleased to announce its endorsement of the COP29 Declaration on Green Digital Action, an initiative to leverage digital technologies in addressing climate change. The initiative was unveiled at the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan on November 14th.
The Declaration recognizes the “imperative to mitigate and adapt to climate change and underscoring the important role of digital technologies in achieving these objectives.” As a global body committed to advancing sustainability in broadcasting, the WBU recognizes the alignment of its goals with the Declaration’s key objectives through the WBU Technical Committee.
These objectives include:
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Building Resilient Digital Infrastructure
- Mitigating Digitalization’s Climate Impact
- Promoting Digital Inclusion and Literacy
- Fostering Sustainable Innovation
- Encouraging Sustainable Consumer Practices
- Facilitating the Sharing of Best Practices
The WBU’s endorsement reflects its dedication to environmental sustainability and commitment to supporting broadcasters on a global level. As the world confronts the pressing challenges of climate change, the broadcasting industry stands as a vital partner in advancing innovative solutions and sustainable practices.
The WBU joins various stakeholders across the world in endorsing the Green Digital Action Declaration, reinforcing the role of digital transformation in building a greener, more resilient future.
The Green Digital Action Declaration can be read in full HERE.
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About WBU: The World Broadcasting Unions (WBU) was established in 1992 as a coordinating body at the international broadcasting level. Since then, the WBU has provided global solutions on key issues for its member unions. The North American Broadcasters Association (NABA) acts as secretariat for the WBU.
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Nick Bernard, Marketing & Communications Coordinator
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