Global warming stories

A-Gas Rapid Recovery reclaimed 73,000 lbs of refrigerant R410A at a major data centre, preventing over 70,000 tons of CO2e emissions during peak summer heat.

Carrier unveils QuantumLeap data centre cooling in Singapore, boosting efficiency and sustainability amid Asia's $800bn data centre investment surge by 2030.

Climate change threats could place 27% of global data centres at high or moderate risk by 2050, raising insurance costs and risking digital infrastructure.

Satellite thermal imaging now tracks industrial CO2 emissions at facility level, offering independent and real-time verification of environmental impacts.

State-owned companies, not investor-owned firms, accounted for 52% of fossil fuel emissions in 2023, exposing a climate accountability gap.

Planet Mark has launched a new Net Zero Certification Programme, offering organisations a structured path to achieve net zero carbon emissions through tailored support.

The TV and video streaming industry is now responsible for 4% of global emissions, with 1.75 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent produced annually, a report reveals.

The Australian Constructors Association's new paper highlights productivity stagnation in construction, advocating for better data utilisation, ahead of the FF24 forum.

Nordic AI service provider, atNorth, starts 2024 with Sustainability in Tech Award nods, recognising its sustainable efforts in data centre solutions and circular economy practices.

UK industry leaders gathered at Parliament to strategise on the future of the digital economy, covering digital skills, diversity, and sustainability.

As extreme weather events become Australia's harsh new norm, innovative satellite technology offers hope for better disaster preparedness and response.

Transportation planning company Abley has developed the first digital tool to help reduce carbon emissions generated by commuters.

Corporate sector leading sustainability efforts, using data to improve practices, according to Infosys. (110 characters).

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

After being named in the FTSE4Good Index yet again, the company has outlined how it makes social responsibility a core tenant of its vision.

While companies around the world work hard to green up their data centers, a recent report has brought Chinese data centers into question.

The UN climate change conference in Cancun marks a new beginning, with agreements on funding and clean energy.

Reducing travel by greater use of mobile applications is a sound move for reducing costs, and your carbon footprint.

On December 7th, representatives of 192 countries will meet in Copenhagen to try to reach consensus on climate change.

Green IT and its importance in reducing electronic waste and combating climate change are explored in this article by IT Brief.