The 6G4Society project has set the foundation to create a comprehensive approach to integrate ethical, sustainability, and societal considerations into 6G policy and technology design. The elaboration of harmonised Key Value Indicators, with a subset of sustainability focused ones, i.e. Key Sustainability Indicators, offers a structured approach to evaluating the societal and environmental impact of 6G. Elaborating a wider comprehension of the dynamics influencing social acceptance of technology. Starting from existing technology assessment models the project puts forward the importance of understanding acceptance beyond the more traditional dimension of user experience, as well as going beyond the sole objective of promoting adoption. The concept of social values, social disruptiveness and trust are considered. Introducing the project’s business model (reported in D4.3) policy recommendations, methodologies, services, and open-access knowledge to support a sustainable and inclusive 6G ecosystem. The project developed a structured business model integrating sustainability principles, while policy insights from a gap analysis address regulatory challenges in transitioning from 5G to 6G. Methodological advancements, including the Ontology Requirements Specification Document, the KVI-KSI Ontology, and the KSI Framework, provide structured approaches for assessing societal impact. Additionally, consultancy services on sustainability and participatory design enhance stakeholder engagement, ensuring 6G technologies align with real-world needs. Knowledge transfer, learning materials and multimedia content, fostering capacity building among stakeholders. Public deliverables and promotional resources ensure broad dissemination of findings, reinforcing collaboration and industry adoption. 6G4Society has pioneered structured citizen dialogues, ensuring that public concerns and expectations shape 6G development from the outset. 6G4Society has embraced open-access research dissemination, ensuring its findings contribute to a wider knowledge ecosystem. The project’s publicly available reports, toolkits, and educational resources provide a valuable reference for policymakers, researchers, and industry stakeholders, promoting collaboration and innovation across multiple sectors.
