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Sustainability stories - Page 11

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.
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Travel survey reveals struggle for flexibility, costs, & safety
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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Business travel faces new hurdles as SAP Concur's survey reveals costs, flexibility, and safety concerns impacting 3,750 travellers and 600 managers worldwide.
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Unlocking the potential of AI for good in smart cities
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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AI for Good is key to transforming urban environments into Smart Cities by enhancing public safety, optimising traffic, and improving citizen satisfaction, states SenSen’s new white paper.
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Empowering modern IT: The strategic shift to colocation
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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As the digital landscape evolves, businesses are increasingly opting for colocation facilities over traditional data centres for enhanced infrastructure, security, and cost savings.
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IES develops digital twin to aid Stirling & Clackmannanshire
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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Climate tech firm IES unveils a digital twin model for Stirling and Clackmannanshire, aiming to cut carbon emissions by 98% by 2045 via an innovative energy masterplan.
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Amazon hits 100% renewable energy target seven years early
Mon, 12th Aug 2024
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Amazon surpasses its 2030 goal, hitting 100% renewable energy for operations in 2023. This milestone is a major leap towards its net-zero carbon commitment by 2040.
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STACK Infrastructure gets USD $3 billion boost for green projects
Fri, 9th Aug 2024
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STACK Infrastructure has raised an additional USD $3 billion in green financing to advance sustainable development projects in the U.S., supporting eco-friendly expansion.
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Integrate 2024: The number one event for AV innovation and networking
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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Sydney gears up for Integrate 2024 from 21-23 August, a landmark event for AV pros to explore top innovations, network, and gain industry insights.
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Radix & Cognite team up to revolutionise industrial data
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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Radix and Cognite join forces to boost data management and asset performance across diverse industries with AI-driven Industrial Applications Library.
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ACA highlights data utilisation & announces FF24 event in Sydney
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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The Australian Constructors Association's new paper highlights productivity stagnation in construction, advocating for better data utilisation, ahead of the FF24 forum.
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Google's AI-driven emissions surge prompts sustainability debate
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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Google's carbon emissions have surged nearly 50% due to AI's energy demands, urging industry leaders to seek sustainable solutions like quantum computing.
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First all-electric powerboat makes its debut in Sydney Harbour
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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Candela's C-8 all-electric powerboat debuts in Sydney, heralding a new era in sustainable marine technology with speeds of up to 30 knots and a 57-nautical mile range.
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Engineering biology to disrupt UK industries – Capgemini report
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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A Capgemini report reveals engineering biology's disruptive reach beyond traditional sectors like healthcare and agriculture, impacting UK industries.
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Telematics to shape greener transport futures
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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Telematics is revolutionising fleet management in Southeast Asia, driving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions, ultimately paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future.
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Vertiv unveils MegaMod CoolChip for rapid AI infrastructure deployment
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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Vertiv's new MegaMod CoolChip data centre, with liquid cooling, speeds up AI infrastructure deployment by 50%, offering a flexible, high-efficiency solution.
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Advantech unveils ROCK-301 at Taiwan Expo India 2024
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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edge computing
Advantech's ROCK-301 embedded computer, spotlighted at Taiwan Expo India 2024, showcases IoT innovation and robust industrial performance, cementing the firm's industry leadership.
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Legrand's Net Zero push offers both responsibility & opportunity
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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Legrand Australia and New Zealand's CEO, Palash Nandy, says the company’s Net Zero transition is both a responsibility and an opportunity for growth.
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New Zealand unveils AI blueprint aiming for global leadership by 2030
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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New Zealand's AI Forum unveils a detailed AI Blueprint for Aotearoa, aiming to make the country a leading hub for responsible AI innovation by 2030.
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CFOs & CIOs in ANZ align to optimise tech investments
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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financial systems
A new report reveals CFOs and CIOs in ANZ are tightening collaborations to ensure technology investments deliver tangible business results.
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ISPT pioneers smartphone access in Australian office buildings
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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smartphones
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ISPT pioneers digital employee badges in Australia’s commercial real estate, implementing HID Mobile Access for seamless entry via smartphones and smartwatches at its Sydney hub.
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Australian cyber security firms to boost Indo-Pacific resilience
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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AUSCERT, UQ, and IDCARE team up under an Australian Government contract to bolster cyber security support in Papua New Guinea and Fiji through the Cyber and Critical Tech Co-operation Program.