Digital Platforms for Sustainable Business

Digital Platforms for Sustainable Business: Driving Energy Efficiency through Digital Transformation explores the immense potential of digital platforms in fostering energy efficiency and sustainability within business operations. The book addresses the critical issue of energy inefficiency and its detrimental impact on the environment. By leveraging digital platforms, businesses can optimize their energy consumption, thereby reducing their environmental footprint. The book provides valuable insights into various digital tools and platforms, such as real-time monitoring systems, machine learning algorithms, and blockchain-based solutions, that can significantly enhance energy efficiency.Further sections examine the challenges and opportunities that come with adopting these platforms, including concerns related to data privacy, cybersecurity, and organizational change management. The book also aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), notably SDG7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG13 (Climate Action). It is an indispensable resource for energy researchers, professionals, policymakers, and academics studying sustainability and digital transformation. - Presents the symbiotic relationship between digital transformation and energy efficiency in business allowing readers to gain a profound understanding of how digital platforms can be harnessed to drive sustainability- Explores the intricate challenges and potential obstacles that accompany the implementation of digital transformation in business and uncovers strategies to overcome hurdles and intricacies- Contains a curated collection of real-world case studies exemplifying successful integration of digital platforms for energy efficiency and sustainability thereby illuminating best practices and pitfalls