How everyday technology choices drive true workplace sustainability

A sponsored feature argues that routine IT purchasing and equipment management decisions can materially affect whether organisations meet their sustainability goals. It says technology leaders should work with other departments to weigh environmental impact alongside cost, security and usability.

A Barco ClickShare survey of 500 US technology leaders found that 96 per cent saw their sustainability work as making a significant, positive contribution to strategy, while 98 per cent said their departments should lead on it. More than four in five said they would reject a job at an employer without a strong sustainability record, and only 6 per cent of IT departments were sole decision-makers on technology investments. The feature recommends buying durable, interoperable equipment, extending product life and checking suppliers’ sustainability and energy-efficiency certifications.