Global trends of the ecological development of the world economy in digitalization conditions

Abstract

The article examines the essence of ecological development of the world economy and highlights the main components of this process. It is noted that the digitalization of the world economy, the construction of a network of information and communication technologies is a global technological challenge that cannot but affect the world ecosystem. An analysis of the ecological paradigm, which is a priority and strategic vector for the development of the world economy in modern conditions, has been carried out. It was determined that as a result of the technological and anthropogenic load on the ecosystem, negative changes occur, which are accompanied by social, economic and ecological contradictions in the functioning of the world economy. Modern digitization processes are designed to influence the formation of a harmonious eco-environment and the achievement of sustainable development goals on the scale of the world economy. The conducted analysis shows that the dynamic shifts associated with the development of digitalization of the world economy will only intensify over time. It was noted that digital technologies are one of the tools for ensuring the growth of the world economy, achieving growth in the well-being of the population, and solving problems in the field of environmental protection. It has been studied that the impact of digitalization has both positive and negative consequences on the ecological development of the world economy. Analysis of the structure of international trade suggests that the growth rate of international trade in services is significantly higher than that of international trade in goods. Thus, the widespread use of digital technologies leads to an increase in the volume of export-import of services both in absolute value and in relative share in the overall structure of international trade. It is proposed that the development of the world economy should be based on taking into account and balancing the technological, social and environmental components of the world economic mechanism. And in this chain, it is unacceptable to underestimate the impact of digital technologies on the global ecosystem. When solving economic problems, it is necessary to be guided by the principle of ecological expediency and benefit, since a negative ecological effect can neutralize all economic effects within the framework of a globalized international environment.