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Sustainability and accessibility for a responsible future
A conversation between designers on useful and responsible digital practices
Accessibility and sustainability are two key pillars of responsible digital design. With stricter laws and growing interest in sustainable practices, these fields offer exciting opportunities to reshape the industry.
I must admit, I didn’t know much about sustainability before speaking with Laïla Tamani. Laïla is a freelance product designer specialising in sustainability and responsible digital practices. She also volunteers at Designers Éthiques, a research-action association that promotes an ethical, sustainable, and empowering digital world.
The association defines sustainability as a continuous improvement approach that aims to reduce digital resource consumption, extending the lifespan of devices and limiting the need for new equipment.
During our conversation, Laïla described sustainability as an opportunity to align one’s career with personal values — something that can feel like a breath of fresh air for tech professionals often facing burnout. We also explored the broader role of sustainable design as a gateway to environmental awareness. While the digital sector does contribute to our environmental footprint, it isn’t the main culprit.
