Giovanni Foppiani
Communication designer & PhD researcher
About
Through his design practice, he collaborates with public institution, conscious brands and collectives to foster sustainable, social and digital innovation – reflecting a consistent commitment to Communication for the Common Good.
He leverages his design background to steer the energy transition toward socially desirable scenarios by bridging industry and research, using data visualization as a navigational tool for climate-positive synergies.
2024 — 25
While working as a researcher at the University Iuav of Venice, he explored social initiatives as drivers of social and digital innovation. As an assistant professor, he organised the Amplify Social Initiatives and Welcome Day workshops, as well as Prof. Gianni Sinni's course titled Public Futures. Data, rights, design.with Irene Sgarro.
During his fellowship, he collaborated with research groups such as CTRL+JUNK and the University Digital Ecosystems project to promote communication through sustainable innovation.
2023 — 24
As a designer, he developed a low-carbon digital platform designed to minimize carbon Criticity. website emissions related to web usage while amplifying the impact of the dissemination. He holds a Master's degree in Communication Design and Digital Product from ISIA Firenze, and his graduation project investigated ´The Impact of the Internet´ focusing on its energy consumption, sustainable practices, and the implications for users and the planet.