Sustainability stories - Page 60
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.
Greenbox acquires Recytech to kick off New Zealand expansion
Thu, 26th Sep 2019
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cleantech
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sustainability
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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 & logistics
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cleantech
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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.
No drop wasted: Kiwi company utilises AWS to power growth
Fri, 6th Sep 2019
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cleantech
Kiwi company Trickle, is committed to helping hospitality organisations in New Zealand to ‘go green’ and reduce beer wastage.
ESP and AWS work to reduce NZ's carbon footprint
Tue, 3rd Sep 2019
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cleantech
ESP partners with AWS to enhance NZ's carbon reduction, achieving significant energy savings and driving innovation.
TCO certifications to tackle data center sustainability
Fri, 30th Aug 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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cleantech
TCO Development aims to curb data centers' rising energy use and CO2 emissions by introducing new sustainability criteria for its TCO Certified IT product mark.
Is the government putting Kiwi SMEs on struggle street?
Wed, 21st Aug 2019
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cleantech
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government
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sustainability
Kiwi SMEs are facing strain due to anticipated government regulations and social engineering, warns OneHQ's Vinay Iswar, urging businesses to plan ahead.
Aus battery company awarded $3.5M for projects here and Europe
Mon, 12th Aug 2019
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power / energy
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cleantech
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sustainability
Calix will receive $3 million from the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science, plus $0.5 million for CO2 capture from cement production.
Kyocera's green sustainability efforts recognised
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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cleantech
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sustainability
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kyocera
Kyocera says its efforts to increase sustainability and reduce greenhouse missions are part of the ‘Kyocera philosophy’.
Dunedin startups commit to waste minimisation
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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cleantech
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sustainability
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waste
Dunedin startups joined forces at Waste Jam, a 48-hour event, to innovate in waste minimisation, drawing support from local leaders and experts.
HPE leverages technology to address societal and environmental needs
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has released its 2018 Living Progress Report, revealing the business benefits of using technology to address global issues.
GIGA Data Centers brings energy efficiency to Mooresville, NC
Wed, 26th Jun 2019
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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
GIGA Data Centers has unveiled a cutting-edge, energy-efficient data center in Mooresville, NC, leveraging green energy and innovative cooling systems.
WeRobotics launches global drone data challenge
Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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drones
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risk & compliance
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cleantech
The winner will receive $235,000 for using drones and data in unique ways to address local challenges and big topics such as humanitarian aid.
Microsoft showcase highlights NZ's critical challenges
Mon, 24th Jun 2019
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edutech
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cleantech
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microsoft
Microsoft's first parliamentary showcase in New Zealand highlighted local innovations addressing critical environmental, social, and economic challenges.
New app launches to protect our oceans
Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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cleantech
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apps
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sustainability
OceansCam, a new app aimed at ocean conservation, allows users to share positive experiences and concerns, earning rewards to support The Lewis Pugh Foundation.
New Kiwi app looks to reduce food waste
Thu, 6th Jun 2019
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cleantech
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apps
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sustainability
New 'Foodprint' app aims to slash food waste in Auckland, partnering with local eateries to offer half-price meals.
Culture changes are key when taking on sustainability – KYOCERA
Thu, 30th May 2019
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cleantech
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sustainability
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kyocera
Organisations must commit to cultural changes in order to make lasting sustainability initiatives, says KYOCERA CEO.
Roads made of toner waste and motor oil? The reality of a sustainable future
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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cleantech
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fuji xerox
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printing
Fuji Xerox leads the print industry in sustainability, using waste toner and motor oil to pave roads, exemplifying a commitment to a circular economy.
Earth Day 2019: How tech firms can support our planet's wellbeing
Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
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wireless networks
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cleantech
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cloud services
Six industry experts explain how they - and other tech organisations - can positively contribute to the wellbeing of our earth.
Farmers looking for data to help change bad habits
Fri, 19th Apr 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
It is no secret that agriculture is a massive cause of environmental issues in NZ. Farmers say they are willing to change, if they get the right data.