Sustainability stories - Page 70
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.
NTT declares itself 'business avenger' for UN sustainability goals
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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wearables
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clean technologies
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sustainability
The UN Global Goals call for action to end poverty, protect Earth, and encourage peace and prosperity by 2030.
Sign on Glass is a green initiative that reduces costs and increases productivity
Fri, 27th Mar 2020
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Sign on Glass offers a sustainable solution to traditional paper-based processes, reducing costs and boosting productivity through digitised proof of delivery.
ITU encourages ICT sector to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Fri, 28th Feb 2020
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uc
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clean technologies
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sustainability
The ICT industry should work towards reducing their greenhouse gas emissions by 45% in the next 10 years, in order to comply with the Paris Agreement.
Predictions for the print industry in 2020
Thu, 20th Feb 2020
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pam
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edge computing
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ai
Disruption in the print sector is likely to create significant opportunities this year for savvy organisations.
Uber's JUMP e-scooters arrive in Auckland
Tue, 14th Jan 2020
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clean technologies
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uber
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sustainability
Uber's JUMP e-scooters have officially launched in Auckland, allowing users to access the service through the Uber app.
NZ's first impact fund invests in Auckland company Grounded
Fri, 10th Jan 2020
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
The Auckland-based business supplies a range of sustainably sourced packaging, including mailer boxes and bags for eCommerce.
NZ tech start up wins innovation award
Wed, 11th Dec 2019
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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carbon footprint
CarbonClick CPO, Jan Ivar Czaplicki, has been named International Michael Page Innovator of the Year for 2019.
Vodafone NZ publishes annual sustainability report
Tue, 10th Dec 2019
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Vodafone legal, regulatory and sustainability director Juliet Jones says she's pleased with the company's progress but as always, there's still work to do.
AWS announces renewable power project in Australia
Wed, 4th Dec 2019
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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power / energy
The Australian project is one of six new renewable energy projects, which are expected to produce a total 711MW of new renewable energy capacity.
Unsafe working environments in IT risking people's health
Thu, 28th Nov 2019
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manufacturing
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supply chain
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clean technologies
Excessive working hours, forced labour and discrimination are some of the problems that risk workers' health in the IT industry.
Dell Technologies' Progress Made Real plan outlines social impact goals
Fri, 15th Nov 2019
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network infrastructure
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supply chain
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clean technologies
Dell Technologies unveils its 'moonshot goals' as part of its 2030 Progress Made Real Plan, aiming to transform lives and improve transparency practices.
Commvault joins Business Avengers for sustainable development
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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clean technologies
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commvault
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sustainability
Commvault has joined the Business Avengers, a coalition of 17 global companies, to champion SDG 12 on Responsible Consumption and Production.
NZ data scientists receive $13m to solve environmental problems
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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data science
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clean technologies
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sustainability
New Zealand universities secure £13m funding for project to tackle environmental issues with data science and AI.
Skills Bright Sparks finalists announced
Mon, 14th Oct 2019
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edutech
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clean technologies
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bright sparks
Young Kiwis from all over the country are demonstrating a passion for environmental issues and a passion for keeping the planet safe.
Sustainability issues prevalent in the IT industry
Fri, 11th Oct 2019
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supply chain
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healthtech
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clean technologies
Sustainability issues in IT are proving difficult to solve, despite growing demand for more sustainable IT products.
UPS drone delivery heralds new era in parcel logistics
Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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drones
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clean technologies
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amazon
UPS gains FAA approval for drone deliveries, marking a pivotal shift in parcel logistics. Experts see it as a strategic move against Amazon.
Drones and tech could help save quokka from extinction
Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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drones
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clean technologies
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microsoft
Microsoft has granted the University of Western Australia funds to save the quokka, using drones and cloud computing.
Greenbox acquires Recytech to kick off New Zealand expansion
Thu, 26th Sep 2019
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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e-waste & recycling
Australian firm Greenbox has acquired New Zealand IT asset disposal company Recytech in a bid to meet growing demand from its global partners.
Businesses need greater clarity on sustainability reporting
Wed, 18th Sep 2019
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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sustainability
British businesses are calling for clearer sustainability reporting standards, as 76% admit significant risks from unassessed supply chains.
New wireless canopy solution makes any building smart
Tue, 10th Sep 2019
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iot
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smart home
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wireless networks
Cognian's Patented Syncromesh wireless canopy makes it cost-effective to retrofit existing buildings, reducing energy and emissions.