Sustainable UX: Green Design Practices (S-IT0065)

How long does the training course last?

7,00 hours(s)

In which language(s) is the training course taught?

When will the next session take place?

Who is organising this training course?

Le Luxembourg Lifelong Learning Centre (LLLC), le centre de formation continue de la Chambre des salariés, dispose d'une large gamme de formations continues qui s’adressent à tout un chacun. Son offre de formation a pour objet de doter les apprenants pour autant que possible du savoir-faire approprié pour maîtriser un environnement de travail, des processus et des technologies, voire des aptitudes sociales, en constante évolution, et ce pour sécuriser au maximum leurs parcours professionnels. Le LLLC propose une panoplie importante de formations: des cours du soir; des séminaires, qui peuvent être adaptés sur mesure selon les besoins des entreprises; des formations universitaires; des formations spécialisées; des formations pour seniors; des certifications professionnelles.

Who is the training course aimed at?

UX/UI designers, Product designers, Project managers, Web developers
Anyone involved in the design and development of digital products.

What are the prerequisites?

No prerequisites

What are the aims or the skills being targeted?

Understand the environmental impact of digital products and the core principles of sustainable UX design.
Learn how to optimize website performance, design for accessibility and inclusivity, and encourage sustainable behaviours through user experience.
Develop skills to measure and reduce the carbon footprint of digital products throughout their lifecycle.
Gain familiarity with tools and resources that support sustainable UX design and performance optimization.

What does the training course cover?

Foundations of Sustainable UX:
- Key principles of sustainable design: reduce, reuse, recycle applied to UX.
- The hidden environmental costs of websites, apps, and digital services.
- The crucial role of UX designers in creating a more sustainable digital world.
Sustainable Design Patterns in UX:
- Optimizing website performance for reduced energy consumption (images, code, etc.)
- Designing for accessibility and inclusivity to extend product lifespan and reach.
- Creating user-centred experiences that promote eco-friendly behaviours and choices.
Assessing and Optimizing Environmental Impact:
- Measuring the carbon footprint of digital products using available tools and frameworks.
- Conducting lifecycle assessments (LCAs) for UX designs to identify areas for improvement.
- Identifying opportunities to reduce environmental impact at each stage of the product lifecycle.
Tools and Resources for Sustainable UX:
- Introduction to website performance optimization tools.
- Exploring accessibility testing tools and resources (e.g., WAVE, aXe).
- Discovering platforms and communities dedicated to sustainable design best practices.
Cultivating a Culture of Sustainable UX:
- Integrating sustainability considerations into UX design processes and workflows.
- Promoting sustainable design thinking within organizations and across teams.
- Effectively advocating for environmentally conscious design solutions to stakeholders.