Over the last three years, we’ve seen more than 7 million students around the world put down their schoolwork and take to the streets to demand climate change action. Could technology be the answer? This issue explores the interaction between sustainability and computing, from how we can interact with technology responsibly to its potential to mitigate climate change. We delve into the research behind device-repair cafés and see repair put into action by a student in Malaysia for his local community, along with a deep dive into the question of technology obsolescence. We also share young people’s ideas for how technology can be used for good, showcasing sustainability-themed student projects and a school-based COP that was inspired by the annual UN conference.
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Virtual reality with CoSpaces
Andreas Dengel shares his experiences of using the programming environment CoSpaces for introducing basic components of algorithms by designing three-dimensional virtual worlds. HW19: Sustainability and Computing, pg. 60-61.
Sign language for computing terms
A team in Scotland, UK, has developed a British Sign Language glossary for computing terms that aims to widen tech access. HW19: Sustainability and Computing, pg. 6.
The Centre for AI & Climate - “Responsible AI is on everyone”
Gemma Coleman speaks to Pete Clutton-Brock and Sims Witherspoon, the co-founders of the Centre for AI & Climate, about AI’s potential to accelerate climate action. HW19: Sustainability and Computing, pg. 20-21.
Refurbishing computers for refugee
James Abela introduces his 15-year-old student John Ling and tells the tale of how he sourced, refurbished, and distributed computers for Rohingya refugees in Malaysia. HW19: Sustainability and Computing, pg. 24-25.
Can teaching coding skills help tackle inequality?
We’ve been thinking about the challenges that many people, young and old, encounter and ask “Can teaching coding skills help tackle inequality?"
Addressing the cybersecurity skills gap
"Cybersecurity content needs to be baked into the course syllabus from the high-school level." HW18: Cybersecurity, pg. 12-13.
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