Laetitia Bornes
Doctor in Human-Computer Interaction, Systems Engineering and Systemic Design. Co-author of a research paper investigating the claims made by Vinted about avoided carbon emissions.
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May 27, 2025 • 39min
#58b Avoided emissions thanks to Tech: the Vinted use case with Laetitia Bornes - Part 2
Laetitia Bornes, a Doctor in Human-Computer Interaction and Systems Engineering, discusses the complexities of modeling in climate science, using Vinted's claims on avoided carbon emissions as a lens. She critiques oversimplified models and emphasizes the need for transparency and credibility in scientific research. The conversation also highlights the importance of systems thinking and the innovative concept of 'protopia,' advocating for realistic paths toward sustainability. Expect insights on how education and long-term thinking can reshape our approach to climate change.
May 20, 2025 • 48min
#58a Avoided emissions thanks to Tech: the Vinted use case with Laetitia Bornes - Part 1
In this insightful discussion, Laetitia Bornes, a researcher with a PhD in Human-Computer Interaction who specializes in sustainability, challenges the carbon-negative claims of platforms like Vinted. She dives into the complexities of rebound effects in tech, revealing how profitability often undermines sustainability goals. The talk exposes the methodological pitfalls in measuring avoided emissions and advocates for a systemic approach to designing environmentally-conscious tech that truly benefits society.
