TCS's Ramachandran on Digital Sustainability Index

The video discusses the intersection of technology and sustainability, emphasizing the need for a Digital Sustainability Index. It highlights the positive impacts of digital sustainability on competitive advantage and reputation, while also addressing challenges like limited budgets, lack of expertise, and ROI concerns. Criticism of ESG efforts and greenwashing is explored, with a focus on regional efforts in Asia-Pacific and the need for a holistic approach to SDG goals. The video concludes with a comparison of digital sustainability efforts across different countries in Asia.

What is the main purpose of the Digital Sustainability Index?

• To assess the environmental policies of governments

• To measure the impact of digitization on sustainability goals

• To rank companies based on their technology usage

• To evaluate the financial performance of tech companies

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by companies in achieving digital sustainability?

• Limited budgets

• High return on investments

• Lack of expertise

• Competitive disadvantage

What criticism did Carl Icahn have regarding Wall Street's ESG efforts?

• They are overly transparent

• They are hypocritical and downplay economic incentives

• They prioritize environmental issues over social ones

• They are too focused on technology

Which region is expected to lag behind in achieving SDG goals by 2030?

• Africa

• Asia-Pacific

• North America

• Europe

In which countries is there a significant push towards environmental goals?

• Thailand and Malaysia

• Australia and Singapore

• Japan and Korea

• New Zealand and Thailand

Which country is leading in digital sustainability efforts in Asia?

• Korea

• Singapore

• Thailand

• Japan

What is a common focus for countries like Australia in terms of digital sustainability?

• Economic reasons

• Technological advancement

• Social benefits

• Environmental impact