Decarbonization
Green Computing: Using IT Automation to Achieve Energy Efficiency
This report from Enterprise Management Associates explores the many ways that IT managers can address the growing concern about energy waste from business data needs while lowering operating expenses and increasing profitability. Read More
How to Choose a Greener Graphics Card
Graphics cards are an often overlooked aspect of PC energy efficiency, and can be significant energy hogs. But with some simple rules of thumb and online tools, you can match a user's needs with the performance of a card and lower power consumption, heat generation and your price tag. Read More
Searching for Greener Electronics
This survey studied 37 products voluntarily submitted by 14 electronics manufacturers on four sets of criteria: energy efficiency, use of hazardous materials, product lifecycle and innovation, finding progress but room for improvement. Read More
Users’ Guide to Green Performance Contracting
This white paper gives guidance to building owners and contractors on integrating sustainability into performance contracting. Read More
Nestle Reduces GHG Emissions, Packaging and Energy Use: Report
During the last 10 years, Nestle slashed its direct greenhouse gas emissions 16 percent and cut energy use 3 percent while at the same time, its production volume increase 76 percent. The company's bottled water products now use nearly a quarter less packaging, according to a new company report. Read More
Sustainable Facility Management is the Next Wave
Green buildings have taken off in a major way, but the drive to renovate and improve the millions of existing commercial buildings has lagged behind. Not for long: here is what facility managers should expect in the coming months. Read More
Doing good: Business and the sustainability challenge
Energy efficiency has become a significant tool in helping companies green their operations, according to this study. Read More
High Tech, Low Carbon: the Role of Technology in Tackling Climate Change
Improving energy efficiency in computer hardware and consumer electronics can address three of the main environmental problems facing the planet, according to a new report from the high-tech trade association Intellect. Read More
Five Tips to Reduce Your Fleet's Emissions
Companies of all shapes and sizes are starting to take a serious look at the environmental impacts of their vehicle fleets. Whether you're running 10 hybrids or 10,000 Peterbilts, here are a handful of simple suggestions that can make a big impact. Read More
Exercise Environmentally Preferable Purchasing for a Healthier Planet and Pocketbook
This report from InfoTech explains how companies are benefitting by adopting an Environmentally preferable purchasing (EPP) plan, which can minimize negative ecological effects by procuring products and services with the least environmental impact. Read More