Affiliation:
1. University Islam Sultan Sharif Ali, Brunei
2. Taylors University, Malaysia
3. Taylor's University, Malaysia
Abstract
The contribution of digital twins to sustainability is explored in this chapter within the setting of Industry 4.0. It begins by providing concepts and definitions of digital twins by highlighting the significance of sustainability in contemporary industries. It subsequently investigates various types of digital twins and their interactions with other Industry 4.0 technologies representing their broad-ranging applications. The chapter then proceeds to examine sustainability, exemplifying how digital twins optimize resource utilization, efficiently manage energy, and promote eco-friendly practices in industrial settings, corroborated by empirical case studies. Additionally, it scrutinizes emerging technologies, global initiatives, and ethical considerations pertaining to the implementation of digital twins. Finally, it emphasizes the transformative potential of digital twins in driving sustainable industrial practices and advocates for ongoing research and collaboration to progress towards a more environmentally conscious future.