Sustainability stories - Page 46
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.
Iceland launches IceCloud for eco-friendly cloud solutions
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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IceCloud Integrated Services launches in Iceland, offering renewable energy-powered cloud solutions through a new collaboration.
Unlocking the potential of AI for good in smart cities
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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smart cities
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data analytics
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AI is set to transform urban living through Smart Cities, enhancing public welfare and citizen satisfaction while prioritising ethics and sustainability.
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.
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.
STACK Infrastructure gets USD $3 billion boost for green projects
Fri, 9th Aug 2024
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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dei
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.
Radix & Cognite team up to revolutionise industrial data
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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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.
Google's AI-driven emissions surge prompts sustainability debate
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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quantum computing
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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.
Engineering biology to disrupt UK industries – Capgemini report
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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robots
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agricultural technology
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supply chain
A Capgemini report reveals engineering biology's disruptive reach beyond traditional sectors like healthcare and agriculture, impacting UK industries.
Vertiv unveils MegaMod CoolChip for rapid AI infrastructure deployment
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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clean technologies
Vertiv's new MegaMod CoolChip data centre, with liquid cooling, speeds up AI infrastructure deployment by 50%, offering a flexible, high-efficiency solution.
Education sector to boost public cloud budgets as sustainability leads
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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storage
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edutech
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data protection
Education institutions globally will boost public cloud storage budgets, prioritising sustainability and AI adoption, as cloud-first strategies gain momentum in 2024.
Vertiv & ZincFive partner to enhance UPS battery systems
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Vertiv partners with ZincFive to integrate nickel-zinc BC Series UPS Battery Cabinets, enhancing sustainable data centre backup power in North America and EMEA.
CyrusOne breaks ground on billion dollar data centre in Germany
Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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clean technologies
CyrusOne breaks ground on its EUR €1 billion FRA7 data centre in Frankfurt, aiming for 81MW capacity and sustainability goals.
IBM & JLL launch new ESG reporting solution for commercial real estate
Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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IBM and JLL launch global sustainability solution using Envizi technology to enhance ESG reporting and data management for commercial real estate.
NTT DATA launches Edge AI to modernise industrial operations
Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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edge computing
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power / energy
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fleet management
NTT DATA has launched its innovative Edge AI platform to streamline industrial operations by enhancing real-time data integration and decision-making capabilities.
United Kingdom to introduce stricter AI Bill in King's Speech
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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The UK government announced an AI Bill in the King's Speech, aiming to shift from flexible frameworks to binding regulations ensuring responsible AI use.
Brands & AI gear up for Olympics spotlight & challenges
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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Brands worldwide prepare to leverage the 2024 Summer Olympics' extensive visibility, with 41% of US adults poised to follow closely.
HID report identifies key trends in access control for 2024
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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surveillance
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biometrics
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HID's 2024 report reveals five key trends shaping access control, including mobile IDs and AI adoption. The market in Australia is set for over 8% growth.
OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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clean technologies
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cloud services
OVHcloud reveals plans for its innovative recycled datacentres, repurposing sites like old aluminium plants and a former NSA base as part of its green initiative.
Digital transformation in utilities hampered by leadership conflict
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
A new IFS study shows only 20% of utilities firms have completed digital transformation, despite AI being a top priority.
Juniper Networks partners with Milano Cortina 2026 Foundation
Fri, 12th Jul 2024
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cybersecurity
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clean technologies
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juniper networks
The collaboration focuses on optimising network systems and ensuring data security for the international sporting event, and marks Juniper's Olympic debut.