Digital accounted for 4% of greenhouse gases in 2018: But with the rise of video, artificial intelligence, and consequently, uses that only multiply each year: the trend is explicitly exponential. We could reach 12% of GHGs by 2030 if nothing is done.
Through the manufacture of materials, fueled by the endless quest for novelty, or that of infrastructures and networks that distribute the bytes produced by data centers, through our uses, whether personal or professional; And who consume on a daily basis, a quantity of resources as abiotic as energy, without limit, the ecological bill of our digital uses soars.
On a daily basis, 1 day of telework inflicts on the planet the equivalent of the emission of 29km driven in terms of greenhouse gases, the consumption of 44 liters of drinking water, and the discharge of 25g of electronic waste…
The observation is undeniable, we must change our digital uses.
A sustainable IT strategy in business aims to integrate sustainability and ethics principles into the digital activities of the organization: which includes
A sustainable IT strategy in business aims to integrate sustainability and ethics principles into the digital activities of the organization: which includes
Minimize the energy consumption of digital equipment, optimize data infrastructures and promote eco-responsible hosting.
Promote the prolonged use of devices, encourage repair rather than replacement, and opt for eco-designed equipment.
Design software that consumes less resources and is optimized for performance.
Educate employees on the environmental impact of digital (especially through the digital landscape) and promote greener practices.
Implement procedures for recycling and upgrading equipment at end of life.
Minimize unnecessary storage by regularly deleting obsolete data and optimizing data management.
Favour suppliers who are committed to an ecological approach or who have environmental certifications.
For example, encouraging telework to reduce travel and promoting the use of online collaborative tools to reduce paper consumption.
Ensure that data is treated ethically, respecting the privacy of users and avoiding overcollection: fight against infobesity.
Set up governance dedicated to digital responsibility, including clear objectives, performance indicators and regular reviews.
Implementing a sustainable IT strategy requires a structured approach to ensure its effectiveness.
At GreenWeb, we have developed a 10-step methodology:
Implementing a sustainable IT strategy requires a structured approach to ensure its effectiveness.
At GreenWeb, we have developed a 10-step methodology:
Assess the company’s current environmental impact (Carbon Footprint or Life Cycle Analysis), energy consumption and digital practices to identify areas for improvement.
Establish clear and measurable targets for environmental impact reduction, eco-design and digital ethics.
Based on the objectives to be achieved, we establish a guideline and concrete, progressive and discursive actions.
Obtain the support and commitment of the company’s leaders, as their support is crucial for the implementation of the strategy.
Train employees in responsible digital best practices and raise awareness of the importance of reducing environmental impact (Workshop, frescoes.).
Adopt eco-friendly tools and technologies, such as eco-friendly hosting, optimized software and eco-designed equipment.
Review and improve internal processes to incorporate sustainability principles such as e-waste management and data reduction.
Set up performance indicators to regularly monitor progress towards the set objectives.
Regularly share successes and challenges with employees and external stakeholders to strengthen engagement.
Periodically review strategy, evaluate results and adjust accordingly to ensure continuous improvement.
The implementation of a sustainable IT strategy is an ongoing process that requires the involvement of all levels of the company. Commitment, transparency, and continuous improvement are essential to ensure long-term success.