37C3 - Software Licensing For A Circular Economy

Discover how software licensing can support a circular economy, reducing energy consumption and e-waste, and learn about the four freedoms of free software and the need for collective action to drive change.

Key takeaways

A circular economy researcher estimates that shifting to a circular economy can reduce energy consumption by up to 70%.
Energy consumption is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, with estimates suggesting that the ICT sector is responsible for up to 3.9% of global emissions.
The speaker highlights the importance of autonomy and transparency in software development, using the four freedoms of free software as an example.
The linear model of produce-use-dispose is wasteful and inefficient, with the majority of e-waste ending up in landfills or incinerators.
The speaker’s talk focuses on software licensing for a circular economy, noting that many software products are designed for obsolescence and frequently replaced, contributing to e-waste.
There are ways to make software more efficient, such as identifying and eliminating unnecessary processes, using free software, and integrating new code with existing code.
The speaker notes that user action is necessary to drive change, and that individuals can make a difference through their daily choices.
The talk highlights the importance of education and awareness-raising, noting that even small changes can make a big difference.
The speaker emphasizes the need for collective action and collaboration, citing examples of successful initiatives and projects.
The talk concludes with a call to action, encouraging attendees to take small steps towards a more sustainable future.
Some of the key takeaways from the talk include the importance of autonomy and transparency, the need for efficient software development, and the potential for individual action to drive change.
Other notable points include the significant contribution of the ICT sector to greenhouse gas emissions, the wastefulness of the linear model, and the potential for free software to promote sustainability.
The talk highlights the need for a more circular approach to software development, noting that this can be achieved through licensing, free software, and efficient hardware use.
The speaker notes that the transition to a circular economy will require significant changes in software development and production.
Some of the key challenges mentioned include the need for increased transparency and autonomy in software development, the need to make software more efficient, and the need for collective action to drive change.
The talk concludes by emphasizing the importance of individual and collective action in driving towards a more sustainable future.

37C3 - Software Licensing For A Circular Economy

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