Sustainability stories - Page 64
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.
WeRobotics launches global drone data challenge
Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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drones
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risk & compliance
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cleantech
The winner will receive $235,000 for using drones and data in unique ways to address local challenges and big topics such as humanitarian aid.
Microsoft showcase highlights NZ's critical challenges
Mon, 24th Jun 2019
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edutech
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cleantech
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microsoft
Microsoft's first parliamentary showcase in New Zealand highlighted local innovations addressing critical environmental, social, and economic challenges.
New app launches to protect our oceans
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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cleantech
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apps
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sustainability
OceansCam, a new app aimed at ocean conservation, allows users to share positive experiences and concerns, earning rewards to support The Lewis Pugh Foundation.
New Kiwi app looks to reduce food waste
Thu, 6th Jun 2019
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cleantech
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apps
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sustainability
New 'Foodprint' app aims to slash food waste in Auckland, partnering with local eateries to offer half-price meals.
Culture changes are key when taking on sustainability – KYOCERA
Thu, 30th May 2019
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cleantech
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sustainability
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Organisations must commit to cultural changes in order to make lasting sustainability initiatives, says KYOCERA CEO.
Roads made of toner waste and motor oil? The reality of a sustainable future
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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cleantech
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fuji xerox
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printing
Fuji Xerox leads the print industry in sustainability, using waste toner and motor oil to pave roads, exemplifying a commitment to a circular economy.
Earth Day 2019: How tech firms can support our planet's wellbeing
Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
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wireless networks
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cleantech
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cloud services
Six industry experts explain how they - and other tech organisations - can positively contribute to the wellbeing of our earth.
Farmers looking for data to help change bad habits
Fri, 19th Apr 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
It is no secret that agriculture is a massive cause of environmental issues in NZ. Farmers say they are willing to change, if they get the right data.
Aussie tech company aims to nix shipping emissions globally
Wed, 27th Mar 2019
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cleantech
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it industry
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sustainability
Calix claims its exhaust scrubbing technology can go as far as making the global shipping industry carbon negative.
Apple says it's 'protecting the planet's resources'
Tue, 12th Mar 2019
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it in manufacturing
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cleantech
Apple says it’s ‘protecting the planet’s resources’ and expanding educational opportunities for workers who assemble Apple products.
Intel DCM GM divulges on the future of data centre management
Wed, 27th Feb 2019
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hyperscale
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dc
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cleantech
In this exclusive interview, Intel's Jeff Klaus shares insights on the data centre management industry and its capabilities for the future.
Iron Mountain extends commitment to greenhouse gas reduction
Wed, 27th Feb 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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data analytics
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martech
The company recently announced the formal approval from the Science Based Targets initiative of its 2025 greenhouse gas emissions goals.
Etix Everywhere Borealis data centre goes 100% green
Tue, 19th Feb 2019
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power / energy
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cleantech
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sustainability
The company has been busy in the past months having signed several contracts with the major Icelandic power providers.
50 million tonnes of e-waste: IT faces sustainability challenges
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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uc
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cleantech
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voip
As global e-waste hits 50 million tonnes annually, TCO Development's 'This is IT' campaign calls for sustainable practices in IT recycling to combat the crisis.
Q&A: Aruba manager on imminent data centre challenges
Thu, 14th Feb 2019
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hyperscale
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dc
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cleantech
Aruba's infrastructure manager Alessandro Bruschini weighs in on the imminent challenges data centres face amidst rising demand and new regulations.
NEXTDC’s corporate operations go 100% carbon neutral
Wed, 13th Feb 2019
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dc
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cleantech
Much has been said of the environmental impact of data centres, and now NEXTDC is looking to do its part in curbing its own contribution.
Interview: Emerging trends for a sustainable data centre industry
Mon, 11th Feb 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
SPIE UK's Peter Westwood discusses the various technologies emerging both now and in the future to boost energy efficiency among data centres.
NEXTDC’s M1 data centre gains Australia-first certification
Thu, 7th Feb 2019
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dc
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power / energy
NEXTDC’s M1 data centre in Melbourne has made history as the first in Australia to achieve a NABERS 5-star rating, setting a new energy efficiency benchmark.
World’s longest electric car journey reaches Adelaide
Fri, 1st Feb 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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cartech
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power / energy
Dutchman Wiebe Wakker arrived in Adelaide after a 1051-day journey from Amsterdam in an electric car, proving the potential of sustainable travel.
Google makes its first ever renewable energy investment in Asia
Mon, 28th Jan 2019
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dc
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power / energy
This week Google announced that it is making a huge investment in renewable energy in Asia with a huge solar farm in Taiwan.