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Introduction to Sustainable IT

Sustainable IT refers to the responsible design, procurement, use, management, and disposal of technology to reduce environmental impact while supporting business efficiency and ESG objectives. 

 

It covers:

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  • IT hardware and infrastructure 
  • Cloud and data centre operations 
  • Energy consumption 
  • Supply chain sustainability 
  • Circular economy practices 
  • Electronic waste management 
  • Sustainable procurement 
  • Carbon reporting and governance 

Why Sustainable IT Matters

Technology has become one of the largest contributors to operational emissions and resource consumption within many organisations.

1

Environmental

Carbon emissions from manufacturing and energy usage Electronic waste generation Resource depletion from raw material extraction

2

Commercial

Reduced operating costs Improved energy efficiency Better asset utilisation Reduced procurement spend

3

Regulatory and ESG

Increased reporting requirements Supply chain transparency expectations Customer and investor scrutiny

FAQ's

What is sustainable IT?

What are Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions?

What is the difference between Net Zero and carbon neutral?

How can we reduce the environmental impact of our IT estate?

What do sustainability ratings like EcoVadis and CDP mean?

Why is sustainable IT important for organisations?

How do I measure IT carbon emissions?

What is embodied vs operational carbon?

What should we look for in a sustainable IT supplier?

What is a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and why does it matter?