Elevating the Role of Open Technology in Sustainability - Building the Metrics of Success

Explore the critical role of open technology in driving sustainability efforts through this insightful conference talk. Discover how open source software, open hardware, and open data serve as key enablers for a sustainable future. Learn about OpenUK's pioneering efforts in engaging the open source community with sustainability initiatives, including their full-day event at COP26. Understand the importance of implementing a comprehensive Sustainability Strategy and the need to refine economic measures to better reflect the value generated by open technology. Delve into the development of "Societal Value Metrics" for open technology, a groundbreaking approach to measuring non-economic societal value aligned with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of open technology's role in sustainability and the metrics being developed to quantify its impact.