The transition of food systems towards sustainability: The role of digitalization

Titolo Rivista Economia agro-alimentare
Autori/Curatori Gianluca Brunori
Anno di pubblicazione 2025 Fascicolo 2024/3
Lingua Inglese Numero pagine 17 P. 53-69 Dimensione file 0 KB
DOI 10.3280/ecag2024oa17771
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The paper explores the complex relationship between digital and ecological transitions, particularly focusing on their interdependence and potential to drive sustainability. It acknowledges that digitalization, while offering numerous benefits such as efficiency and scalability, does not inherently lead to sustainability. The text highlights three critical aspects influencing digitalization’s impact: the design of digital solutions, access to these solutions, and the complexity of systems integrating digital technologies. Challenges such as the risk of exacerbating inequalities and the necessity for comprehensive governance to mitigate negative effects are discussed. The paper also delves into the digital transition within the agri-food sector, emphasizing the contrast between conventional agriculture and agroecological approaches, which prioritize diversity and resilience. It argues that digital tools can support more sustainable and diverse agricultural practices if correctly aligned with ecological principles. Finally, the text calls for targeted innovation policies to ensure that digital transition contributes effectively to ecological goals, suggesting that a thoughtful and directed approach is essential for realizing the transformative potential of digitalization in fostering a sustainable future.

Parole chiave:; Digitalization; Ecological transition; Digital transition; Twin transition; Transformative innovation

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Gianluca Brunori, The transition of food systems towards sustainability: The role of digitalization in "Economia agro-alimentare" 3/2024, pp 53-69, DOI: 10.3280/ecag2024oa17771