ESG Green Transformation in E-Learning: Optimizing Learning Efficiency and Environmental Protection
The integration of ESG green transformation into eLearning not only helps us leverage modern technologies for learning but also creates a truly environmentally responsible learning environment.
Recently, the keyword ESG has become familiar in the orientation and sustainable development activities of businesses. Specifically, the ESG standard (Environmental, Social, Governance) is a set of governance and performance evaluation standards not only for businesses but also widely applicable to various fields, including education and e-learning.
The application of the ESG standard to e-learning sets the important goal of optimizing learning efficiency while reducing negative impacts on the environment.
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ESG in e-learning
With the goal of developing the e-Learning online training platform, it has contributed to the development of technology, society in general, and training in particular, in some ways that ESG has, is, and will expand development, specifically:
- Environment:
- Energy Saving: Organizing online classes or training sessions consumes less energy than using physical facilities. This includes consuming less electricity for lighting, heating, cooling, and other utilities related to traditional classrooms or training centers.
- Reducing E-Waste: Promoting the use of digital content and designing content based on reuse principles to reduce electronic waste. Reducing carbon emissions by limiting the travel to learning locations. Deploying green technologies such as cloud computing and renewable energy sources in e-learning infrastructure.
- Enhancing Environmental Themes by applying environmentally friendly policies in activities. For example, using servers powered by renewable energy, using energy-efficient hardware, or implementing sustainable practices in the design and development of e-learning platforms.
- Environmental Technology Use: Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies can be integrated into e-learning platforms to create authentic learning experiences and focus on environmental issues. For example, simulating energy efficiency or environmental protection situations can be created for students to better understand their impact on the environment. Such engaging lessons have made 73% of educators believe in VR/AR as a transformative medium.
- AI can be used to intelligently manage server resources and learning devices, optimizing energy use, contributing to the green transformation. Such strong transformations are predicted to make over 60% of educational platforms use AI-based learning paths.
- Social:
- Accessibility and Diversity: Building e-learning platforms that can reach all segments of society, including those in remote areas or economically disadvantaged, reducing the construction and maintenance of physical educational facilities.
- Re-training and Capacity Development: Providing re-training courses and capacity development related to social issues, cultural diversity, and society.
- Governance:
- Green Policies and Feedback: Establishing policies aimed at sustainable management and operation of e-learning systems, including the use of renewable energy sources and feedback on energy consumption.
- Certification and Evaluation: Evaluating and certifying courses, e-learning platforms according to governance and sustainability criteria.
ESG e-Learning practical applications
Currently, the reality shows that many developed countries are leading the way in applying this trend to education, training in general, and eLearning in particular. Keywords like “Learning lifelong,” “digital learning,” “#GreenLearning” #SustainableEducation #EcoFriendlyLearning are no longer unfamiliar as the Green Transformation develops, with some leading countries including:
- Denmark: Denmark is known for its advanced environmental policies and has integrated green solutions into its education system. They have shifted to online learning systems and used green technologies such as energy-saving servers and environmentally friendly online learning platforms.
- Sweden: Sweden is also a country known for its commitment to the environment. They have invested in environmentally friendly eLearning systems, using energy-saving technologies, and proposing courses on sustainability and the environment.
- Finland: Finland has developed some green solutions in education and eLearning, including the use of energy-saving technologies, online learning platforms, and creating educational content on environmental protection.
- Netherlands: The Netherlands has also focused on developing sustainable eLearning systems, using green technologies and promoting the use of online learning tools to minimize paper and resource consumption.
- Canada and the United States: Both Canada and the United States have invested in sustainable eLearning projects, using green technologies and focusing on developing environmental education programs.
In addition, eLearning platforms are constantly evolving to meet new demands such as Moodle, FPT.eLearning – a popular eLearning platform. The following part is an exploration of the importance of Green Online Learning and how Moodle contributes to environmentally friendly education.
Green transformation in eLearning not only helps us leverage modern technologies for learning but also creates a truly environmentally responsible learning environment. Let’s share and apply these strategies together to create a sustainable and environmentally friendly future of learning.
Exclusive article by FPT IS Expert
Nguyen Anh Tu
Director of FPT.eLearning Online Training Solutions
References:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/future-digital-learning-7-trends-watch-2024-mda-training-sbb6f/
