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Sustainability stories - Page 21

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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IoT tech combats UK's costly water leakage crisis
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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IoT technology is emerging as a key solution to combat the UK's water leakage crisis, which saw over 1 trillion litres lost last year.
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BT enhances dashboard to monitor AI carbon emissions
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
BT has enhanced its Carbon Network Dashboard, enabling businesses to track carbon emissions and energy use linked to AI applications and workloads.
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Carbonix Volanti drone gets US approval for BVLOS ops
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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uav
Carbonix's Volanti drone secures a nationwide waiver for BVLOS operations in the US, revolutionising UAV capabilities and market access.
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Australian fleets see benefits from GPS & EV adoption
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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cartech
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fleet management
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cleantech
A new report reveals that 75% of Australian fleets now use GPS tracking, with 67% reporting reduced costs and 21% lower fuel consumption.
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TRST01 seeks USD $10 million for expansion in ESG tech
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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climate change
TRST01 is seeking to raise USD $10 million in Series A funding to expand its sustainable tech operations amid rising global demand for ESG compliance solutions.
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Organisations struggle with GenAI ROI despite strategies
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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A global study by NTT DATA reveals organisations struggle to align AI strategies with business goals, hampering ROI despite widespread GenAI investment.
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Future of data networks: AI, optical tech & efficiency
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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edge computing
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data fabric
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IDS forecasts transformative trends for data networks and storage by 2025, driven by AI advancements and the demand for enhanced connectivity.
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Navigating the supply chain for Scope 3 emissions
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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power / energy
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cloud services
With data centres shifting to renewables, Scope 3 emissions now represent the largest GHG contributor, posing significant reporting and management challenges.
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Ultimate Ears launches MINIROLL portable speaker
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
Ultimate Ears has unveiled the MINIROLL, an ultra-light portable speaker designed for active lifestyles, available for pre-order.
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Coventry & Warwickshire offer GBP £4.35m for innovation
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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cleantech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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collaboration
Coventry and Warwickshire are offering GBP £4.35 million in funding to boost innovation and business growth in the local Immersive and Creative technology sector.
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FedEx prepares for APAC festive surge with tech solutions
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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sustainability
FedEx readies for a festive surge in Asia Pacific, utilising tech solutions and a workforce of 28,000 to ensure seamless deliveries during peak shopping.
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Equinix invests USD $260 million in sixth Singapore centre
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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blockchain
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edge computing
Equinix is set to invest USD $260 million in its sixth data centre, SG6, in Singapore, boosting local capacity while promoting sustainability.
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Recycling laptops empowers youth in New Zealand schools
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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digital divide
A partnership between Christchurch Boys' High School's RAD Club and Te Huarahi Linwood Avenue's Code Club has refurbished laptops to enhance digital skills for Aotearoa's youth.
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HeadBox unveils AI-powered 3D Studio for Aussie events
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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customer satisfaction
HeadBox has unveiled its innovative AI-driven tool, HeadBox 3D Studio, which aims to revolutionise the Australian events industry by enabling personalised 3D tours.
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Picterra unveils GeoAI platform for plot monitoring
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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cleantech
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aerial imagery
Picterra has unveiled Picterra Tracer, a GeoAI platform designed to enhance monitoring and compliance for soft commodities and forestry industries.
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Dell unveils new AI servers & solutions for efficiency
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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hpc
Dell Technologies has unveiled new AI infrastructure solutions aimed at enhancing performance, featuring advanced PowerEdge servers and streamlined data management.
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Iceotope unveils KUL AI for energy-efficient AI computing
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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datacentre infrastructure
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edge computing
Iceotope unveils KUL AI, an innovative 8-GPU server promising up to 40% energy savings, designed for demanding AI applications and enhancing sustainability.
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Global shift towards major investment in generative AI
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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hcm
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partner programmes
A new report from NTT DATA reveals organisations are evolving from GenAI experimentation to strategic investments aimed at boosting business performance.
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Australia's ASRS climate reporting: A strategic opportunity
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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dei
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risk & compliance
Australia's new climate reporting standards challenge businesses to reinvent strategies, with experts urging a proactive approach to achieve lasting benefits.
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Hitachi unveils Virtual Storage Platform One enhancements
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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storage
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dr
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hybrid cloud
Hitachi Vantara has launched enhancements to its Virtual Storage Platform One, featuring all-QLC flash arrays and improved cloud capabilities to support data-heavy sectors.