On May 20th, 2024, Fabrika48 in Košice hosted the dynamic event “GREEN&DIGITAL – How Digital Circularity & Sustainability Make Your Business More Profitable?”. The event brought together key regional stakeholders—including businesses, academia, and public institutions—to explore the intersection of digital transformation and environmental sustainability, with a strong focus on profitability and practical impact.
Designed as an interactive platform for exchange and inspiration, the event featured expert speakers from leading organizations such as Tatra banka, Siemens, IBM, VSE Holding, VSD, EDIH Cassovium, and the Technical University of Košice. Their insights helped demystify the role of digital tools in sustainable growth, while emphasizing the business case for adopting circular economy principles.
Key Achievements of the Event:
- Raised awareness about the role of digital technologies in driving environmental sustainability and operational efficiency.
- Shared real-world success stories from organizations that have profitably integrated green and digital strategies.
- Delivered actionable insights into how businesses can implement sustainable solutions tailored to their needs.
- Facilitated cross-sector networking, encouraging long-term collaboration between businesses, researchers, and policymakers.
Decisions and Follow-Up Actions:
- Pilot Project Launch: A call for SME pilot projects was announced, with funding of €20,000 per project to implement tailored digital-green solutions starting between October 2024 and January 2025.
- Ongoing Support: A schedule of regular follow-up meetings and workshops was agreed upon to track project outcomes and provide implementation support.
- Formal Collaboration Framework: Plans were initiated to create a structured partnership network for ongoing collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
- Capacity Building: Stakeholders committed to allocating resources for training and upskilling teams to effectively deploy the technologies and strategies discussed.
The GREEN&DIGITAL event demonstrated that sustainability is not only a responsibility—but a smart, strategic investment. By aligning profit with purpose, businesses in the region are now better equipped to lead in the era of green and digital transformation.