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Sustainability stories - Page 9

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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Vertiv teams up with Tecogen to enhance data centre cooling
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Vertiv has joined forces with Tecogen to provide advanced natural gas-powered chillers to data centres, addressing rising energy demands amid AI growth.
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Schneider Electric appoints new SVP for Europe division
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Schneider Electric has appointed Pablo Ruiz Escribano as Senior Vice President for its Secure Power and Data Centre Business in Europe, effective immediately.
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Weebit and EMASS reveal ReRAM edge AI advancements
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Weebit Nano and EMASS have announced a partnership to explore ReRAM technology for enhanced energy efficiency in edge AI computing.
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Vertiv to showcase innovations at Data Centre World 2025
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Vertiv is set to sponsor the VIP Lounge at Data Centre World 2025, showcasing innovations in liquid cooling tailored for AI and high-density computing.
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UK tech firms eyeing growth in South Korean AI sectors
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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data protection
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The UK-APAC Tech Growth Programme has successfully arranged over 40 meetings for six UK tech firms with leading South Korean businesses, promoting semiconductor and AI innovations.
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IBC selects eight projects for 2025 media innovation
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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IBC has unveiled eight projects for its 2025 Media Innovation Programme, collaborating with firms like Verizon and BT to tackle key media technology challenges.
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Red Hat partners with Orange for telco cloud transformation
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Red Hat and Orange have teamed up to bolster Orange's international networks, implementing a cloud-native telco infrastructure using Red Hat technologies.
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Tech firms urge action for gender equality in industry
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Ahead of International Women's Day 2025, leading firms SS&C Blue Prism and SUSE urge enhanced gender equality in tech, spotlighting persistent disparities.
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Half a billion eSIM units shipped globally in 2024
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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The Trusted Connectivity Alliance reports eSIM shipments surpassed 503 million in 2024, marking a 35% rise, driven by strong consumer demand and new devices.
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ST Telemedia expands with construction of STT Bangkok 2
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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ST Telemedia Global Data Centres has begun constructing its third facility, STT Bangkok 2, set to enhance Thailand's digital infrastructure by Q4 2026.
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IWD 2025: Far-reaching influence: the impact of women in business
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, the impact of women in business highlights both progress and challenges in achieving workplace equality.
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Exclusive: HID discusses shift towards digital and AI-driven solutions
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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The security sector in Australia and New Zealand is rapidly shifting towards digital solutions, with HID's Steve Katanas highlighting the role of AI and mobile credentials.
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Apple launches new iPad Air with powerful M3 chip
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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Apple has launched its latest iPad Air featuring the M3 chip and redesigned Magic Keyboard, elevating performance and usability with prices starting at NZD $1,199.
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AI to reshape Australian office space requirements
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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cleantech
Research suggests that AI is set to transform Australian office space needs, with an expected increase of 483,000 sqm to support evolving demands.
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IWD 2025: Why Procurement is a Strategic Career Choice for Women
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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As we celebrate International Women's Day, procurement emerges as a strategic career path for women, offering innovative roles and significant growth potential.
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Software Combined acquires Hero Software for expansion
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Software Combined has acquired Brisbane's Hero Software, enhancing its portfolio in home energy efficiency solutions amid rising regulatory demands in Australia.
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Diverse construction industry amplifies success on Women's Day
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day approaches, the construction sector must embrace diversity to tap into untapped talent and drive innovation, experts say.
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Accelerating Action: Defending Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in a Post-DEI World
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, advocacy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion faces unprecedented challenges that threaten hard-won gains.
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How women’s perspective can be beneficial in Supply Chain Management
Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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risk & compliance
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Women now represent 41% of the supply chain workforce, offering diverse perspectives that boost problem-solving, sustainability, and collaboration.
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Snapper & Enrouteq join forces for smarter transport data
Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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Snapper Services has teamed up with Enrouteq to enhance public transport data solutions, integrating their platforms to improve network efficiency globally.