Sustainability and ESG strategy and leadership
IT and corporate leaders must now lead sustainability and ESG. Get tips, guides and news on ESG and sustainability strategies and technologies that support them. And stay up to date on emerging legislation, biodiversity issues, circular economy efforts, and new revenue stream development.
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Feature
23 Oct 2024
Sustainability and ESG glossary: 52 terms to know
Sustainable strategies require basic understanding of the fundamentals. Business leaders and IT teams can benefit from this list of essential sustainability terms and ESG concepts. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
02 Oct 2024
How to address the challenges of AI-driven digital twins
The market for AI-driven digital twins is growing, with potential to accelerate climate action. IT leaders implementing digital twin tech should use these tips to succeed. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
02 Oct 2024
How to address the challenges of AI-driven digital twins
The market for AI-driven digital twins is growing, with potential to accelerate climate action. IT leaders implementing digital twin tech should use these tips to succeed. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Sep 2024
How to make a business case for sustainable IT
Enterprise technology can help support ESG goals. Learn why leaders shouldn't necessarily focus on that when seeking approval for a green IT project. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Sep 2024
What is business sustainability?
Business sustainability, also known as corporate sustainability, is the management of environmental, social and financial concerns by a company to ensure responsible, ethical and ongoing success. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Sep 2024
How edge can help improve sustainability -- and how it can't
Edge computing can help support sustainability, but it has a negative environmental impact as well. Learn about the technology's benefits and challenges. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Sep 2024
What is an ESG score?
An ESG score is a way to assign a quantitative metric, such as a numerical score or letter rating, to the environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts or an organization. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Sep 2024
ESG metrics: Tips and examples for measuring ESG performance
ESG metrics measure performance on environmental, social and governance issues. Here's how they can benefit companies, plus tips on using them effectively. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Aug 2024
18 sustainability management software providers to consider
Various software tools are available to help manage ESG and sustainability initiatives. Here's a look at 18 sustainability management vendors and their products. Continue Reading
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Definition
27 Aug 2024
What is C-level (C-suite)?
C-level, also called the C-suite, is a term used to describe high-ranking executive titles in an organization. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Aug 2024
What is an organizational goal?
Organizational goals are strategic objectives that a company's management establishes to outline expected outcomes and guide employees' efforts toward the achievement of those outcomes. Continue Reading
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26 Aug 2024
ESG strategy and management: A guide for businesses
ESG initiatives can help boost business success. This guide takes an in-depth look at creating and managing an ESG strategy to benefit a company and its various stakeholders. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Aug 2024
How much do consumers care about ESG and sustainability?
Find out whether consumers make purchasing decisions based on sustainability, climate impact and other ESG issues and to what extent these factors drive their behavior. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Aug 2024
Sustainability training for employees: Benefits and tips
More organizations have ESG goals. But if leaders are overlooking employee education, success is unlikely. Here's why sustainability training matters and how to get it right. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Aug 2024
10 top ESG reporting frameworks explained and compared
Here's an overview of 10 ESG reporting frameworks and standards that companies can use to file reports on their practices and ESG-related risks and opportunities. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Aug 2024
A timeline and history of ESG investing, rules and practices
Many events, trends and actions have influenced the development of corporate ESG strategies and ESG investing approaches. These are key milestones to know about. Continue Reading
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News
14 Aug 2024
EU, Calif. climate risk rules prompt companies to prepare
A challenge companies are facing while preparing for compliance with climate risk reporting rules is a lack of consistency among different rules and standards. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Aug 2024
What is ESG data? Examples, uses, issues
As more companies are judged on their sustainability profile, ESG data has become critical. Learn what it is -- including examples -- and why it’s important. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Aug 2024
5 ESG benefits for businesses
ESG programs help businesses attract investors, build customer loyalty, improve financial performance, make operations sustainable and gain a competitive edge. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Aug 2024
ESG risks explained: Examples and tips on managing them
Organizations face various business risks related to environmental, social and governance issues. These are notable ones, with advice on how to manage them. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Aug 2024
What is the triple bottom line (TBL)?
The triple bottom line (TBL) is a sustainability-based accounting framework that includes social, environmental and financial factors as bottom-line categories. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Aug 2024
What is a chief sustainability officer (CSO)?
A chief sustainability officer (CSO) is an executive tasked with improving sustainability within the company. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Aug 2024
13 key ESG and sustainability trends, ideas for companies
From consumers to employees to investors, more people are choosing companies that prioritize environmental, social and governance concerns. Here are 13 ESG trends that matter. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jul 2024
ESG, SRI and impact investing: Key differences explained
Understanding the nuances of ESG investing, SRI and impact investing is important for companies and investors. Learn what they have in common and how they differ. Continue Reading
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Definition
31 Jul 2024
What is green computing?
Green computing, also known as sustainable computing, is the use of computers and other computing devices and equipment in energy-efficient and eco-friendly ways. Continue Reading
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Definition
31 Jul 2024
What is corporate social responsibility (CSR)?
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a strategy undertaken by companies to not just grow profits, but also to take an active and positive social role in the world around them. The term is also associated with the related term corporate citizenship. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2024
5 top ESG reporting challenges and how to overcome them
Organizations face various challenges in reporting on their environmental, social and governance initiatives. Here are five critical ones ESG teams should know about. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Jul 2024
What is sustainable procurement?
Sustainable procurement is an approach used by organizations to ensure that environmental, social and economic considerations are part of their purchasing decisions. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Jul 2024
CSRD explained: What U.S., other companies need to know
The EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive requires companies to report on a broad range of sustainability topics. Learn about its tenets, requirements and deadlines. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Jul 2024
business structure
A business structure is a category of organization that is legally recognized in a given jurisdiction and characterized by the legal definition of that particular category. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Jul 2024
Sustainability ranks low on list of supply chain priorities
Organizations are placing less importance on sustainability efforts in the supply chain, as they try to balance short-term business results with long-term sustainability goals. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Jul 2024
CIO's green IT guide: Fusing technology and sustainability
Fusing sustainability objectives with IT development is complex. It requires strategy, cooperation and vision. Learn to successfully integrate green IT into operations here. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jun 2024
3 takeaways from first U.S. presidential debate
Climate and taxes became hotly debated topics between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump during Thursday night's debate. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2024
Trump could significantly alter U.S. climate priorities
The Biden administration's regulatory efforts have defined the U.S. approach to climate over the last four years. That could change if Trump wins the 2024 election. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Jun 2024
green IT (green information technology)
Green IT (green information technology) is the practice of creating and using environmentally sustainable computing resources. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Jun 2024
ESG vs. CSR vs. sustainability: What's the difference?
Environmental, social and governance and corporate social responsibility are related but different concepts that can be combined to boost corporate sustainability. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Jun 2024
5 ways organizations can address ESG's social factors
The social factors of ESG have become more prominent. Here's what they involve and how companies can take tangible actions to address social issues in ESG programs. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Jun 2024
8 green computing best practices
As climate change becomes a more pressing issue, these sustainability best practices can help your data center go greener, which benefits both your business and the environment. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 May 2024
Top 7 ESG certifications and courses to consider
The best ESG and sustainability certification, workshop or course is the one that is right for you. Here are seven that work for a wide range of business and IT professionals. Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2024
AI can be sustainability enabler, but cost is steep
In this Q&A, Kumar Parakala of GHD Digital explains some of the benefits of using GenAI in sustainability initiatives, as well as the issues that must be addressed. Continue Reading
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News
19 Apr 2024
Businesses need to prepare for SEC climate rules, EU's CSRD
While the SEC's new climate rules and the EU's CSRD are both facing delays, businesses still need to identify methods for collecting and assessing climate data. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Mar 2024
Blueprint for IT sustainability: Insights from top experts
Leading experts share insights on sustainable IT, covering green cloud computing, ESG compliance and innovative practices for reducing the ecological footprint in IT. Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2024
Generative AI emerges as sustainability opportunity
Generative AI can be a useful tool for helping business leaders achieve climate and sustainability goals. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Mar 2024
8 ESG and sustainability conferences to attend in 2024
These sustainability conferences will provide business professionals with the skills they need to adapt to changing sustainability and ESG requirements. Continue Reading
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News
06 Mar 2024
SEC adopts climate risk disclosure rules
The SEC finalized climate risk disclosure rules to provide investors with consistent information about publicly filed businesses -- but the vote was not without controversy. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Mar 2024
Web3 and sustainability: Benefits and risks
The Web 3.0 concept presents major advances to the World Wide Web, but the tech that underpins it also has environmental impacts, including carbon emissions and e-waste. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Feb 2024
7 tech jobs IT pros can use to help the environment
Almost every job can be used to help save the planet, and that's true for IT roles as well. Learn how these seven business tech jobs can promote sustainability. Continue Reading
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Definition
01 Feb 2024
value chain
A value chain is a concept describing the full chain of a business's activities in creating a product or service -- from initial receipt of materials through its delivery to market. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jan 2024
shared services
Shared services is a delivery model organizations use to consolidate similar business functions into a single unit that supports the entire organization. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Jan 2024
10 business sustainability trends for 2024
In 2024, environmental sustainability will be thrust into the spotlight. Learn what's driving that change and what some of the negative fallout might be. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Jan 2024
What is the link between sustainability and business continuity?
At first glance, business continuity planning and sustainability efforts might seem separate. But at their core, both aim to create a resilient organization. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jan 2024
Tech a double-edged sword in race to sustainability
As cloud computing and digital reliance grow, so, too, does the need to focus on sustainability. Here's a look at some of the urgent issues, as well as some of the progress. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Jan 2024
How to recycle mobile phones in the enterprise
Mobile device disposal requires careful planning. IT teams must learn how to recycle mobile phones to keep e-waste out of landfills and enterprise data out of the wrong hands. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Jan 2024
paternalistic leadership
Paternalistic leadership is a managerial approach that involves a dominant authority figure who acts as a patriarch or matriarch and treats employees and partners as though they were members of a large, extended family. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Jan 2024
How to securely recycle enterprise computers
No matter how an organization wants to retire a device when it reaches its end of life, IT must first ensure that any sensitive data on it has been properly destroyed. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Jan 2024
5 ways businesses can reduce their carbon footprint
Businesses play a crucial role in curbing climate change. Learn how businesses can reduce their carbon footprint to help the environment. Continue Reading
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Definition
19 Dec 2023
localization
Localization is the process of adapting and customizing a product to meet the needs of a specific market, as identified by its language, culture, expectations, local standards and legal requirements. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Dec 2023
Regulatory requirements intensify with EU's CSRD
Companies that operate in the European Union will need to conduct more extensive ESG reporting in 2024 to meet requirements of the new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Dec 2023
How does climate change affect businesses? 5 financial impacts
Learn about five important effects climate change is having -- and will continue to have -- on the business sector, and why action from leaders and employees is critical. Continue Reading
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Answer
12 Dec 2023
Why are accessible documents important?
Accessible documents can reach broader audiences, improve users' experiences and ensure compliance with local regulations. This simple strategy can greatly benefit businesses. Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2023
Green IT needs business buy-in for success
In this Q&A, Faith Taylor of Kyndryl explains why sustainability efforts must combine business growth with concrete emissions reporting to meet net zero targets. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Dec 2023
Why businesses should recycle enterprise devices
Sustainability should be a consideration at every stage of the device lifecycle, and this doesn't stop at device retirement. Recycling enterprise devices offers several benefits. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Dec 2023
greenhouse gas
A greenhouse gas lets the sun's rays warm the Earth's surface but restricts the heat from escaping into space. Specifically, these gases absorb infrared radiation from the sun in the Earth's atmosphere and release it. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Nov 2023
The environmental impact of bitcoin mining explained
As access to and interest in cryptocurrency has expanded, its popularity has grown too. From a sustainability perspective, that's a bad thing. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Nov 2023
Checklist to create accessible Word documents
To better support employees and reach more customers, content teams should use this checklist to create accessible Word documents and learn key tips about alt text and font styles. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Oct 2023
strategic leadership
Strategic leadership is a practice in which executives, using different styles of management, develop a vision for their organization that enables it to adapt to or remain competitive in a changing economic and technological climate. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Oct 2023
4 environmental impacts of remote work
Remote work could have certain sustainability advantages over in-office work. Business and HR leaders can consider these when deciding what options to offer employees. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Oct 2023
A guide to sustainability certifications for professionals
From starter-level training to in-depth ESG reporting, explore more than 30 sustainability classes, credentials and certifications that working professionals can consider now. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Oct 2023
Generative AI's sustainability problems explained
Generative AI tools and LLMs such as ChatGPT have exploded onto the tech scene. Here's a look at what that costs the environment and how to decrease the negative impact. Continue Reading
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News
13 Oct 2023
U.S. climate policy implementation will be put to the test
Permitting, China's clean energy tech manufacturing and workforce are some of the challenges facing implementation of the U.S.'s first climate policy, the Inflation Reduction Act. Continue Reading
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News
06 Oct 2023
Walmart works on carbon emissions, prepares for new rules
Walmart is working on its carbon emissions reduction goals as the EU, U.S. and states like California advance carbon emission and climate risk reporting rules. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Sep 2023
8 influential Hispanic leaders in technology
Hispanic tech leaders are making their mark on the industry, but there is still a significant amount of progress to be made. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Sep 2023
Is the metaverse bad for the environment? Exploring a VR world
While the metaverse has negative impacts on the environment, some believe it can also aid in sustainability efforts. Take a look at these complex issues. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Sep 2023
Are NFTs bad for the environment? Carbon, energy and more
Like blockchain, NFTs have a negative reputation when it comes to the environment. Learn why and whether that negative impact has changed in the last few years. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
11 Sep 2023
4 tips to avoid greenwashing with authentic commitment
Greenwashing can undermine an organization's reputation, but practicing sustainability makes all the difference. Learn how to avoid the label with these actionable tips. Continue Reading
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News
11 Sep 2023
2024 election to shape U.S. climate policy's fate
GOP candidates like Vivek Ramaswamy and Donald Trump have taken stances against climate change, while others like Nikki Haley support certain measures to address climate issues. Continue Reading
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Definition
31 Aug 2023
authentic leadership
Authentic leadership is a type of management style in which people act in a real, genuine and sincere way that is true to who they are as individuals. Continue Reading
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News
30 Aug 2023
Businesses should prepare for climate risk reporting
California lawmakers have proposed legislation requiring climate risk reporting from businesses as the U.S. SEC also works on a final climate risk disclosure rule. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Aug 2023
What to know about ESG data across ERP, enterprise systems
No single enterprise systems holds the key to ESG reporting. Instead, data is spread across ERP and other software systems. Here's what IT and sustainability leaders should know. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Aug 2023
Sustainability partnership: How CSOs and CIOs can team up
Learn how sustainability leaders and IT leaders can partner for ESG success by collaborating on tech selection, prioritizing the right data and allowing for tension. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
17 Aug 2023
Why and how to develop a set of responsible AI principles
Enterprise AI use raises a range of pressing ethical issues. Learn why responsible AI principles matter and explore best practices for enterprises developing an AI framework. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Aug 2023
4 sustainability ideas for hybrid offices
Sustainability ideas for hybrid offices include examining heating and cooling practices and encouraging carpooling. Learn more ideas HR leaders can implement. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
02 Aug 2023
5 ways tech leaders can power environmental sustainability
As organizations prioritize environmental sustainability, technology leaders have the opportunity to help support success. Here are five steps that help. Continue Reading
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News
01 Aug 2023
Tech events tout sustainability, need meaningful metrics
Some companies are trying to make their events more environmentally responsible, but claims such as carbon offsetting must be examined carefully. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jul 2023
10 tips for a successful sustainability journey
Sustainability isn't a one-and-done endeavor but rather a journey your organization will need to prioritize going forward. Here's how to create success. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jul 2023
intrapreneur (intrapreneurship)
The term intrapreneur is a portmanteau of 'internal' and 'entrepreneur,' referring to employees within a company who apply entrepreneurial skills like creativity, initiative and risk-taking to their roles. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Jul 2023
Sustainability initiatives have a short-term ROI problem
Sustainability initiatives are viewed as profit killers partially because how to measure success of projects pushing beyond a financial return on investment is still being decided. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Jul 2023
innovation manager
An innovation manager is an employee whose responsibilities focus on the development of new products, services or processes. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Jul 2023
7 green office ideas businesses can explore
Customers, employees and other stakeholders are demanding that businesses become more sustainable. Here are some ideas companies may be overlooking. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Jul 2023
4 sustainability leaders reveal career path, challenges, goals
There's a demand for companies to create dedicated sustainability roles. Here are key insights and advice from four sustainability leaders on how to succeed in this career path. Continue Reading
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Podcast
07 Jul 2023
Impact data powers sustainability strategies for digital age
Unlock new growth potential and sustainability with impact data. Learn more in this podcast. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 Jun 2023
green collar job
A green collar job is an employment opportunity that helps create or support environmental and sustainable practices and technologies. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Jun 2023
7 essential goal achievement tips for project managers
Great explorers had to achieve goals and manage their teams through complexity and into the unknown just as project managers must do today. Learn from one such explorer. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Jun 2023
Cloud computing's real-world environmental impact
As more companies amp up their reliance on cloud computing, they may overlook environmental impacts. Here's why that's a bad idea. Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Jun 2023
Sustainability highlights from Dell Technologies World 2023
At Dell Technologies World 2023, company reps discussed sustainability and showed some areas where the company has advanced. But making progress is no straightforward journey. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 May 2023
8 ideas for increasing warehouse sustainability
Warehouses can make up a major part of a company's carbon emissions. Learn some ideas for how warehouse owners and operators can improve sustainability. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 May 2023
CO2 vs. CO2e: What is the difference and why does it matter?
Understanding the differences between CO2 and CO2e can help businesses more accurately understand the emissions they generate. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 May 2023
Differences between Green Globes vs. LEED for data centers
Consider Green Globes and LEED certifications when building green data centers. Learn the differences in how the assessments are done, the costs and documentation needs. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 May 2023
Navigate Energy Star data center standard and certification
Organizations can use the Energy Star data center standard and certified assets to be more energy efficient. Consider Energy Star certification to preserve capital and save energy. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2023
SAP Business AI and sustainability dominate Sapphire
The new SAP Business AI, which embeds AI into a number of SAP products, and new SAP sustainability products including its 'green ledger' highlighted the first day of SAP Sapphire. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
11 May 2023
Responsible innovation: 5 questions tech leaders must ask
For too long, innovation has occurred at the expense of environmental and social sustainability. Today's leaders must now prioritize responsible innovation. Learn how. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 May 2023
Virtual leadership styles: transformational vs. transactional
The differences between transformational and transactional leadership styles matter for virtual teams. Leaders and managers should understand each approach's key characteristics. Continue Reading