Category: Sustainability
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Digital technology uses energy, and the AI boom is making that more visible. The big picture The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that electricity demand from data centres will more than double by 2030, reaching about 945 terawatt-hours, from roughly 415 TWh in 2024. In an April 2026 update, the IEA reported that data centre…
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Technology has an environmental footprint, from manufacturing to disposal. Businesses can reduce it while often saving money. Buy smarter – Choose efficient devices. Look for certifications such as ENERGY STAR and EPEAT. – Pick durable, repairable models with replaceable batteries, RAM, and storage. – Right-size equipment. Oversized servers and unused devices waste energy. – Consider…