Digital transformation as a factor of research library sustainability. (Part 1. Prerequisites)
https://doi.org/10.33186/1027-3689-2025-12-49-74
Abstract
The content of Digital Transformation (DT) as a factor of research library sustainability is revealed. In Part 1 of the study, the current status of transformation of modern society into the one based on information and knowledge, is discussed. The definitions of DT and its major attributes in respect of library development are provided. The definition of Sustainable Development (SD) is cited, along with 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to be achieved by 2030 approved by the UN General Assembly in 2015. In particular, the SDGs to be realized through introduction of modern digital technologies, are specified. Research libraries are expected to play an active part in this process. The activities of the IFLA Environment, Sustainability and Libraries (ENSULIB) Section are discussed. The ENSULIB special project – designing and maintaining the special page dealing with green and sustainable libraries on the IFLA website – The Green Library Website – is analyzed. The website is an example of organization of thematic e-space comprising various aspects of green and sustainable librarianship. The authors conclude on the two major related trends in librarianship. Trend One – orientation towards SD, creating green and sustainable libraries. Trend Two – successful digitalization and DT of libraries to facilitate the libraries enrollment into the green movement.
Keywords
digital transformation,
sustainable development,
sustainable development goals,
SDG,
IFLA ENSULIB,
green and sustainable libraries,
research libraries,
subject e-space of libraries
Supporting agencies: The paper is prepared within the framework of the Government Order for RNPLS&T of November 5, 2025, Project No. 075-00548-25-02, theme No. 1024031400219-9-5.8.3 “E-Librarianship and library and bibliographic activities of science libraries in the context of digital transformation and digital maturity of information and educational environment” (FNEG-2025-0006).
About the Authors
E. F. Bychkova
Russian National Public Library for Science and Technology
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Elena F. Bychkova – Cand. Sc. (Pedagogy), Leading Researcher, Head, Ecology and Sustainable Development Projects
Moscow
V. V. Zverevich
Russian National Public Library for Science and Technology
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Victor V. Zverevich – Master of Library Science (USA), Researcher, Assistant to Director for Research
Moscow
M. A. Klimova
Russian National Public Library for Science and Technology
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Maria A. Klimova – Junior Researcher, Ecology and Sustainable Development Projects
Moscow
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Bychkova E.F., Zverevich V.V., Klimova M.A. Digital transformation as a factor of research library sustainability. (Part 1. Prerequisites). Scientific and Technical Libraries. 2025;(12):49-74. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.33186/1027-3689-2025-12-49-74
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