Why IT has to Go Green
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The Urgency of Green IT
Summary:
Britain's data centers emit more CO2 than the combined annual emissions of cities like Norwich and Oxford. With the IT sector contributing 4% to global CO2 emissions?"double that of the aviation industry?"it is crucial for the IT field to take action.
Article:
The UK's data centers produce more CO2 annually than Norwich and Oxford combined, highlighting the pressing need for responsibility in the IT industry. While aviation garners criticism for its 2% share of global CO2 emissions, IT's footprint is a staggering 4%.
Encouragingly, a report by The Carbon Trust and YouGov shows that 70% of employees are eager to reduce their carbon footprint but need better guidance. As internet advertising surpasses television, environmental consciousness in IT becomes more crucial. The IT Job Board is committed to promoting sustainability in the tech sector. Here are some actionable steps to make your office greener:
1. Embrace Recycling
The UK discards approximately 1 million tonnes of electronic waste annually, posing a significant challenge as gadgets have shorter lifespans. In 2007 alone, global PC sales surged by 13% to 270 million units, most destined for landfills. To address this:
- About 30-40% of the 40 million inkjet and toner cartridges sold in the UK are recycled, yet 12,000-14,000 tonnes still reach landfills. Consider refilling inkjet cartridges and remanufacturing toner cartridges.
- Check local council recycling options for commercial waste at public drop-off centers.
- Before discarding PCs, explore selling or donating them for refurbishment or spare parts.
- Participate in community computer reuse projects that redirect obsolete machines from businesses to local communities.
2. Conserve Energy
Reducing energy consumption is vital for both pollution control and the conservation of natural resources.
- Industry, business, and the public sector contribute 19% of the UK's total carbon emissions, emphasizing the need for emission cuts.
- Encourage staff to power down lights, computers, and other equipment when not in use.
- Activate energy-saving settings on all devices.
- Avoid screen savers; they consume more energy.
Though many IT departments struggle to monitor energy use effectively, this challenge shouldn't deter efforts to green your office. Every action counts in reducing the environmental impact of the IT industry.
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