The Crucial Role of Government in Supporting Regional Cloud Infrastructure Competitiveness and Resilience
Governments play a crucial role in supporting regional cloud infrastructure by implementing policies that enhance competitiveness and sustainability. By fostering local digital services, promoting fair competition, and prioritizing environmentally responsible practices, they can boost regional digital economies.
The Illusion of Public Clouds: Private Ownership and the Misconception of Public Utility
Public cloud services, despite their name, are not truly public but are owned by private corporations focused on profit. We advocate for a well-regulated marketplace to ensure equitable access, transparency, and efficiency, similar to the regulation of traditional public utilities like electricity.
Rethinking Digital Infrastructure: The Power and Potential of Regional Clouds
A sustainable digital infrastructure requires a well-regulated marketplace. Major cloud providers dominate the market, so regional solutions are needed to ensure fair competition, transparency, and sustainability. This supports local economies and addresses global digitalization challenges.
Green IO Paris: Panel with NGOs on Sustainable Software
Max highlighted the urgent need for collaboration within the Sustainable Software movement. Emphasizing the importance of transparency, standardization, and policy support, he advocates for a unified European effort to create sustainable digital solutions.
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Comments on the Task A document dated 28/11/2022 supplied by Viegand Maagøe and COWI on behalf of the EU Commission regarding the Energy Efficiency Directive
In technical support of the introduction of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) provisions the Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance e.V. and co-authors cited have prepared aggregated comments on the Task A document.