Sustainability stories - Page 76
Sustainablilty in the tech sphere can also be described as Green IT and involves the use, distribution and creation of IT technology that has positive impacts on the environment. With close links to ESG, organisations need an informed strategy, engaged employees and positive leadership to achieve successful and sustainable outcomes.
Sustainable tech also involves reducing the negative impacts of manufacturing, use, and end-of-life handling, both of which relate to physical hardware and software.
Sustainable tech also involves reducing the negative impacts of manufacturing, use, and end-of-life handling, both of which relate to physical hardware and software.
SoftBank introduces an AI-powered floor cleaning robot
Fri, 16th Sep 2022
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robots
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fleet management
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ai
SoftBank Robotics says the robot requires low maintenance and is easily monitored by operators through an interactive fleet management system.
New report calls for tighter guidelines on data centre sustainability
Fri, 16th Sep 2022
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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A new Cushman & Wakefield report is calling for water consumption and carbon emissions to be measured in addition to power usage.
NEC predicts AON as a next-generation infrastructure
Fri, 16th Sep 2022
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digital signage
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displays
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clean technologies
NEC's open optical transmission devices support multi-vendor configurations, allowing customers to procure and combine equipment from multiple vendors.
IBM LinuxONE servers help clients reach sustainability goals
Thu, 15th Sep 2022
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virtualisation
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datacentre infrastructure
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application security
IBM unveils LinuxONE Emperor 4, a highly scalable server that reduces energy consumption by up to 75% and has a smaller carbon footprint.
OpenText announces guiding framework to achieving ESG goals
Thu, 15th Sep 2022
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clean technologies
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opentext
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sustainability
OpenText has announced the launch of the OpenText Zero-In Initiative, the company's guiding framework to achieving global impact goals.
Salesforce launches new research into net-zero economy
Mon, 12th Sep 2022
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Salesforce research shows that 87% of Australian businesses believe technology is crucial for achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
Muswellbrook Pumped Hydro to provide better electricity in NSW
Wed, 7th Sep 2022
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datacentre infrastructure
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partner programmes
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power / energy
Idemitsu Australia signs AU$9.45m funding agreement with NSW Government's Energy Corporation for Muswellbrook Pumped Hydro project.
How the transition to lithium-ion batteries for UPS applications will impact sustainability
Fri, 26th Aug 2022
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supply chain
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power / energy
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clean technologies
Transitioning from VRLA to lithium-ion batteries in data centres has clear benefits for sustainability, says Schneider Electric's Joe Craparotta.
Uptick in Aussie businesses looking to embrace sustainable travel
Thu, 25th Aug 2022
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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sap
Sustainability, and the role technology has in managing corporate travel, has become a major focal point for business leaders.
Lenovo launches CO2 Offset Service for SMBs across ANZ
Thu, 18th Aug 2022
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clean technologies
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lenovo
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sustainability
Lenovo has announced the rollout of a new, first-of-its-kind CO2 Offset Service for SMBs across Australia and New Zealand.
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PwC appoints Kristin Stubbins & Liz O'Brien as Assurance leader & Audit business leader
Sat, 6th Aug 2022
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cloud security
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application security
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devsecops
The company has made leadership changes to its Assurance practice to support strategic growth opportunities in the Audit and Trust - Risk businesses.
40 Aussie schools sign up to sustainability teaching app
Fri, 5th Aug 2022
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edutech
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Over 40 schools have signed up to a new online app that helps teachers to engage students in learning about sustainability throughout the curriculum.
Visa launches Eco Benefits solutions in Australia and NZ
Thu, 4th Aug 2022
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
Eco Benefits is a suite of sustainability-focused solutions that will help Visa cardholders better understand the environmental impact of their payments.
Green hydrogen company Hysata raises AUD $42.5 million
Wed, 3rd Aug 2022
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Global investors back Australian company Hysata's hydrogen electrolyser tech as it closes Series A funding round at AUD $42.5m.
Phronesis Security achieves B-Corp certified status
Tue, 2nd Aug 2022
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cybersecurity
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Phronesis Security has become the first cyber security company in Australia to achieve the coveted B Corp certification, having been certified since June 2022.
Comedy legend Jimeoin fronts Epson advertising campaign in NZ and Australia
Mon, 1st Aug 2022
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martech
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supply chain
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clean technologies
According to Epson the company's EcoTank models now account for 74% of all printers sold in the category in New Zealand, alone.
SoftIron joins Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance
Mon, 25th Jul 2022
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
SoftIron has joined the Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance (SDIA), a platform designed to help the digital sector reduce its environmental impact.
Blockchain: Why I prefer Proof of Stake (And why Ethereum does too)
Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
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network infrastructure
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crypto
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blockchain
Proof of Stake is the preferred consensus mechanism for Ethereum and CENNZnet, offering energy efficiency and scalability. Find out why.
SAS recognised by leading bodies for promoting sustainable business practice
Tue, 19th Jul 2022
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
SAS recognized for its sustainable practices and social good initiative using AI to combat deforestation in the Amazon.
ST Engineering launches cooling system for greener data centers
Tue, 19th Jul 2022
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
ST Engineering has developed the Airbitat DC Cooling System, delivering pre-cooling for data centres and achieving net energy savings of over 20%.