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On 29 May, 17:00–17:45 (UTC+02:00), during the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS)+20 Forum High-Level Event, UNEP is hosting a session on the future of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for environmental sustainability. This session aims to spark meaningful dialogue and collaboration amongst experts, policymakers, and international organizations. It will focus on integrating diverse perspectives and expertise on the potential of DPI for national agendas and explore its future role in supporting environmental sustainability decisions. The session will include:

  • Showcasing UNEP’s proposal for data exchange systems as DPI, focusing on six technology innovations;
  • Identifying priority areas to advance DPI for environmental sustainability at the national and global level;
  • Aligning efforts to enhance the effectiveness of DPI for environmental sustainability.

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Digital Public Infrastructure for Environmental Sustainability

29 May 2024

Time & Place
Event Details
17:00
Opening of the session Welcome participants and speakers
- Rowan Palmer, Lead of Infrastructure Investment, Industry and Economy Division, UNEP
17:02
Keynote presentation on DPI Key concept and elements of Digital Public Infrastructure
- Robert Opp, Chief Digital Officer, UNDP
17:07
Setting the stage: DPI for environmental sustainability A concise overview of the UNEP’s key findings and insights from the ‘DPI for environmental sustainability’ report, delving into its methodology and conclusions:
- Ana F. Vergara, Expert Consultant, UNEP
- Kurt Stockinger, Professor, Zurich University of Applied Sciences
17:15
Roundtable discussion: the future of DPI in supporting environmental sustainability decisions Panel discussion with experts, policymakers and representatives of International Organizations:
- Golestan (Sally) Radwan, Chief Digital Officer, UNEP
- Yolanda Martínez, Lead of the GovStack Initiative, ITU
- Prof. Dr. Menna El-Assady, Associate Professor, ETH Zurich
- Noémie Bürkl, Head of Unit Digital Technologies, German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development
17:40
Q & A and closing remarks Open floor for audience questions followed by closing statements.