7 May 2024
Day 1: Dedicated to Green ICT telecom infrastructure (Energy efficiency, sustainable networks, data centres)
Watch the recording here
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09:00 - 09:30
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Master of Ceremony & Opening Remarks
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09:30
- 10:00
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Keynote 1: Building Green Networks Through International Standards
This keynote explored how telecommunication networks consume an enormous amount of electricity and, as a result, have a significant carbon footprint. Working towards a sustainable digital future, the ICT sector must take action to reduce network carbon intensity.
Moderator: Reyna Ubeda, Engineer to ITU-T SG5 “Environment, EMF and Circular Economy”, ITU
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10:00
- 11:30
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Session 1: Evaluating the Telecommunication Landscape in Africa
This session provided an overview of the current state of green telecommunication infrastructure in African cities, highlighting progress made and identifying areas where further action is needed.
Moderator: Helen Nakiguli, SG5RG-AFR Chair, ITU-T
- Sidi Mohamed Galiam Ouedraogo, Ministry of Digital Transition, Posts and Electronic Communications
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William Mnyippembe, Principal Engineer, Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) [Presentation]
- James Mutandwa Madya, Deputy Director (Policy and Strategic Planning), Ministry of Information Communication Technology, Zimbabwe [Presentation]
- Kenechi Okeleke, Senior Director, Regional, Policy and Social Research, GSMA [Presentation]
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12:45 - 13:00
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Coffee Break
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13:00 - 14:00
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Session 2: Practical Energy Efficiency Solutions for Africa
This session explored innovative digital strategies and standards to reduce energy consumption in the African region. Highlighting the importance of ICTs and how they can be levered to significantly contribute to energy efficiency efforts. Learnt about practical solutions such as green data centres, which play a crucial role in curbing energy-intensive operations.
Moderator: Marcel Kebre, Director of Electronic Networks and Services, Ministry of Digital Transition, Posts and Electronic Communications - Mamadou Idogo, Telecoms Engineer, Secretary for the Environment and the Digital Economy, Association Burkinabé des Professionnels des Métiers des Télécommunications et Assimilés (ABPMT) [Presentation]
- Lingani Bakary, Director General of Energy, Ministry of Energy, Mines and Quarries [Presentation]
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14:00 - 15:00
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Lunch Break
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15:00
- 16:00
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Bridging the Standardization Gap (BSG) Training
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16:00
- 16:15
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Coffee Break
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16:15
- 17:30
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SG5RG-AFR Meeting
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8 May 2024
Day 2: Dedicated to E-waste and circular economyWatch the recording here
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09:00
- 09:15
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Master of Ceremony: Recap of the Discussions of the Previous Day
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09:15
- 09:45
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Keynote 1: Findings and Insights from the E-Waste Monitor 2024
This keynote highlighted the importance of data and present the findings from the e-waste monitor 2024.
Moderator: Reyna Ubeda, Engineer to ITU-T SG5 “Environment, EMF and Circular Economy”, ITU
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09:45 - 10:00
| Keynote 2: Sustainable Management of E-waste in Africa
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10:00
- 11:00
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Session 1: Addressing the Conflict of Mineral Extraction and Secondary Extraction from E-Waste
This session delved into the challenges and opportunities surrounding e-waste management in African cities, particularly focusing on the conflict between traditional mineral extraction methods and the potential for secondary extraction from e-waste. It also enhanced Enhancing partnerships for the environmentally sound management of E-waste, from repair and refurbishment, collection, recycling and final disposal.
Moderator: Moussa Bougouma, Professor and Researcher, Norbert Zongo University, Koudougou (UNZK)
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11:00
- 11:15
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Coffee Break
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11:15
- 12:30
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Session 2: Advancing Circular Economy in Africa the Importance of Assessing the Performance of ICT Goods and How a Digital Product Passport Can Help
This session focused on the importance of circular economy initiatives for the African region and the development of a Digital Product Passport. It aimed to explore the potential challenges nations might encounter in both executing and embracing digital product passports, while also emphasizing the role of standards and regulations for increasing durability, reparability, and recyclability of ICT products. Participants discussed the benefits of transitioning towards a circular economy model, explore the concept of Digital Product Passport as a tool for tracking product lifecycles and promoting resource efficiency and transparency.
Moderator:
Paolo Gemma, WP2/5 Chair “Environmental efficiency, e-waste, circularity and sustainable ICT networks”, ITU-T - Leandro Navarro, Co-rapporteur Q7/5 “E-waste, circular economy, and sustainable supply chain management”, ITU [Presentation]
- Ana Fernandez Vergara, Consultant, One Planet Network
- Mathieu Rama, Programme Manager on Circular Electronics, ECOS [Presentation]
- Virginia Onyara, Lecturer, Faculty of Business and Economics, Multimedia University of Kenya [Presentation]
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12:30
- 14:00
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Lunch Break
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14:00
- 15:30
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SG5RG-AFR Meeting
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15:30
- 15:45
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Coffee Break
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15:45
- 17:15
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SG5RG-AFR Meeting
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17:15
- 17:30
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Closing Remarks
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9 May 2024
Day 3: Taking concrete actions to avoid climate failure and global boilingWatch the recording here
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09:00
- 09:30
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Master of Ceremony: Recap of the Discussions of the Previous Day
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09:30
- 10:00
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Keynote 1: Understanding the Role of Assessments: Unveiling Insights for Sustainable ICTs
This keynote delved into the importance of assessing GHG emissions, including the use of indicators and assessments of product emissions, and why it is vital for African regions. Additionally, it explored how international standards offer a crucial framework for conducting these assessments.
Moderator: Reyna Ubeda, Engineer to ITU-T SG5 “Environment, EMF and Circular Economy”, ITU
- Jean Manuel Canet, Rapporteur Q9/5 “Climate change and assessment of digital technologies in the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Agreement” [Presentation]
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10:00
- 11:00
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Session 1: Driving Change: The Need for Targets and Transition Plans in ICT Sustainability
This session underscored the critical role of the ICT sector in driving sustainability by establishing clear targets and transition plans. The session built on Green Digital Action calls to action for the industry to set targets, reduce emissions and increase transparency, and highlighted how international standards support the industry in achieving these commitments.
Moderator: Percy Onianwa, Executive Director, Basel Convention Coordinating Centre for the African Region
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11:00
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Coffee Break |
11:15
- 12:00
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Session 2: Harnessing Data for Sustainable Digital Transformation
This keynote spotlighted the significant of data collection within the ICT sector and explore the practices that can be adopted by African countries in leveraging data for sustainable development.
Moderator: Ana Fernandez Vergara, Consultant, One Planet Network |
12:00
- 12:30
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Session 3: Empowering Africa: Assessing ICT Solution for GHG Emission Reduction
This session highlighted the role that African countries have in evaluating the effectiveness of ICT solution in mitigating GHG emissions. By exploring successful strategies and available international standards, this session empowered African nations to harness the full potential of ICT solution in combating climate change.
Moderator: Télésphore Tiendrebeogo, Lecturer in Computer Science, Nazi BONI University
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12:30
- 14:00
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Lunch Break
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14:00
- 15:30
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SG5RG-AFR Meeting
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15:30
- 15:45
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Coffee Break
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15:45
- 16:45
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Bridging the Standardization Gap (BSG) Analytics, Thematic Initiatives & Quiz
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16:45
- 17:00
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Closing Remarks
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