EUROPEAN UNION’S GREEN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION POLICY IMPACT ON GEORGIA’S DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION PROCESS
EUROPEAN UNION’S GREEN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION POLICY IMPACT ON GEORGIA’S DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION PROCESS

Summary/Abstract: In modern era, people’s lives are being altered to digital technologies. The EU’s main role in this process is introducing those industrial and digital initiatives that should be beneficial for both individuals and companies. Green Digital Transformation (GDT), the initiative which is underscored by the European Green Deal and Digital Strategy, is one of the tools for integrating digital technologies for achieving environmental sustainability, addressing climate change, resource depletion and pollution. As the world faces pressing environmental challenges like climate change, resource depletion, and pollution, technology has emerged as a vital tool for addressing these issues. However, the digital sector itself has a significant environmental impact, contributing to e-waste generation, data center energy consumption, and a growing carbon footprint. GDT offers a potential pathway to sustainability but requires mindful implementation for avoiding unintended consequences and ensure a positive impact on the environment. Georgia, as the part of Eastern Partnership and the candidate country, is striving for achieving its digital transformation and sustainable growth. The role of European Union in this process is helping Georgia aligning its environmental laws with EU standards, supporting the development of natural parks, improving air quality, promoting greener growth and helping with waste management and water infrastructure. The EU funds various projects in water supply, sanitation, waste management, and eco-friendly transport, which also help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. One of the most important directions, where Georgia can play an important role is the European Union’s Global Gateway Strategy, which aims creating reliable and sustainable connections around the world by focusing on infrastructure, digital growth and energy security. Due to its location, Georgia plays a key role in energy supply to Europe, making its involvement in the Global Gateway essential for regional stability and economic growth as well as for stronger ties between Europe and Asia.

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