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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Vertiv drives edge and sustainability for the data centre
EduTech

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Vertiv drives edge and sustainability for the data centre

Faraz Ali joins us today to discuss edge infrastructure and its application in industry, and Vertiv's role in gaming and sustainability in the data centre. .

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 10th Mar 2022
AWS launches carbon footprint tool to combat climate change
DataCentre infrastructure

AWS launches carbon footprint tool to combat climate change

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched the AWS customer carbon footprint tool to help businesses calculate their carbon emissions and predict future changes.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Mar 2022
40% of orgs to embed sustainability into operations by 2024 - IDC releases top predictions
Supply Chain

40% of orgs to embed sustainability into operations by 2024 - IDC releases top predictions

Strong financial outcomes and sustainability focused leadership is required for long term impact, according to a new report from IDC.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Jan 2022
Here come the Greenfluencers: 5 tech trends that will fuel the green transition in 2022
Semiconductors

Here come the Greenfluencers: 5 tech trends that will fuel the green transition in 2022

Technology and digitalisation will play a crucial role in tackling climate change in 2022, says Telenor Research.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Tue, 4th Jan 2022
Sustainability is a business imperative - can technology save us?
Supply Chain

Sustainability is a business imperative - can technology save us?

Sustainability has become even more important over the last few years, with many growing organisations having set their own targets to reduce carbon emissions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Dec 2021
Qlik and Stimson Center partner helping coastal cities that face severe climate risks
Data Analytics

Qlik and Stimson Center partner helping coastal cities that face severe climate risks

Qlik and Stimson Center launch CORVI Data Portal, providing data-driven recommendations to under-resourced coastal cities facing climate risks.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Dec 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Geotab?
Internet of Things

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Geotab?

Geotab, a global player in IoT and connected vehicle space, discusses its innovation, work on EVs, and efforts to fight climate change in APAC.

By Sara Barker • 1 min read • Mon, 29th Nov 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Climate change stories

Wireless EV charging a gamechanger
Smart Cities

Wireless EV charging a gamechanger

Public road trials and taxi ranks could make electric vehicle charging faster, cheaper and less disruptive for drivers.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 10th Apr 2022
Huge regional disparities in water wastage
Sustainability

Huge regional disparities in water wastage

Metered Auckland households use far less water than unmetered districts, where per-person consumption can reach 800 litres a day, the report says.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022
War in Ukraine could end fossil fuels – are we ready?
Smart Cities

War in Ukraine could end fossil fuels – are we ready?

Europe’s energy security has been exposed by Russia’s invasion, strengthening calls for a rapid shift to renewables and digital twins.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 13th Mar 2022
Timber Design Centre launched
Sustainability

Timber Design Centre launched

Government funding for a new timber knowledge hub could help slash emissions in New Zealand’s mid-rise apartments and offices.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
Transport minister explains Auckland’s light rail
Auckland Council

Transport minister explains Auckland’s light rail

Aucklanders could gain a faster, more connected transport network if the government and council back a billion-dollar light rail plan.

By Staff Writer • 14 min read • Fri, 28th Jan 2022
Biofuel mandate – lower emissions or just higher fuel prices?
Supply Chain

Biofuel mandate – lower emissions or just higher fuel prices?

Motorists could face higher pump prices as New Zealand's sustainable biofuels mandate aims to curb transport emissions from April 2023.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
Water sector a key player in managing climate change
Power / Energy

Water sector a key player in managing climate change

Poor sanitation and water management are emitting methane, while better policy could help cut climate pollution and expand clean energy.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Wellington wins global prize for innovation
Smart Cities

Wellington wins global prize for innovation

The capital will use a US$1 million grant to expand its Digital Twin, helping planners test climate adaptation options over three years.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Jan 2022
New Zealanders pessimistic after hottest year on record
Sustainability

New Zealanders pessimistic after hottest year on record

Public confidence is fading that damaging temperature rises can be avoided, even as concern about climate change hits its highest level in nearly a decade.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2022
What do the outcomes of COP26 mean for infrastructure?
Clean technologies

What do the outcomes of COP26 mean for infrastructure?

Climate pledges made at COP26 could speed up investment in clean energy, EV charging and low-carbon materials, despite weak deadlines.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 5th Jan 2022
Christchurch Airport announces 400ha green energy park
Data centers

Christchurch Airport announces 400ha green energy park

Phase one of the park could supply electricity for 30,000 homes and help Canterbury businesses and aviation cut fossil fuel use.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Dec 2021