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M-Cube debuts 'Green Signage' to cut energy use by half
Power / Energy

M-Cube debuts 'Green Signage' to cut energy use by half

M-Cube has launched its 'Green Signage' protocol, promising to cut digital signage energy use by up to 50%, aligning with new EU sustainability regulations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024
Persistent teams up with Zscaler for digital transformation & ESG
Digital Transformation

Persistent teams up with Zscaler for digital transformation & ESG

Persistent Systems leverages Zscaler's AI-driven security platform to fast-track its digital transformation and strengthen sustainability and ESG initiatives.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Pathzero number one in global carbon emissions data
Clean technologies

Pathzero number one in global carbon emissions data

Australian start-up Pathzero has become the world's largest private markets carbon emissions data network, covering USD $3.5 trillion in assets.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
IFS & PwC UK join forces on sustainability management solution
Clean technologies

IFS & PwC UK join forces on sustainability management solution

IFS and PwC UK announce a strategic partnership to develop a Sustainability Management Solution, aiding companies in meeting sustainability disclosure needs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Hitachi Vantara unveils new block storage appliance for SMBs
Storage

Hitachi Vantara unveils new block storage appliance for SMBs

Hitachi Vantara unveils its latest block storage appliance, designed to simplify data management for SMBs, enhance security, and reduce carbon emissions.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
UK businesses call for more support to meet net zero targets
Supply Chain

UK businesses call for more support to meet net zero targets

As World Environment Day nears, Australia's AU$399 million move to boost its Net Zero Economy Authority shines a spotlight on the UK's business struggle needing £ support.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Titans of Tech - Jason Hardy of Hitachi Vantara
Storage

Titans of Tech - Jason Hardy of Hitachi Vantara

Jason Hardy, Chief Technology Officer for AI at Hitachi Vantara, leverages over a decade of expertise to drive transformative AI projects and innovations.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
UK CEOs optimistic, prioritising AI, tech investments, survey shows
Supply Chain

UK CEOs optimistic, prioritising AI, tech investments, survey shows

UK CEOs are increasingly optimistic about near-term growth and prioritise AI investments, per the latest EY CEO Pulse Survey, but face challenges in arguing for sustainability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Paessler achieves ISO 9001 certification for quality excellence
Internet of Things

Paessler achieves ISO 9001 certification for quality excellence

Paessler celebrates achieving ISO 9001 certification, underscoring its dedication to quality standards and customer satisfaction in IT monitoring solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Switch Datacenters unveils AMS4, enhancing Amsterdam's digital hub
Hyperscale

Switch Datacenters unveils AMS4, enhancing Amsterdam's digital hub

Switch Datacenters launches AMS4, a 15-18 MW facility in Amsterdam, marking a significant boost to the city's digital infrastructure amid growing service demand.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sat, 1st Jun 2024
Kaluza & OVO Energy Australia unveil new EV & solar plans
Clean technologies

Kaluza & OVO Energy Australia unveil new EV & solar plans

OVO Energy Australia and Kaluza have launched new EV and solar plans, aiming to save customers up to AUD $450 annually through enhanced load shifting and solar integration.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Smart Energy teams up with GivEnergy for Aussie homes
Power / Energy

Smart Energy teams up with GivEnergy for Aussie homes

Australia's Smart Energy partners with UK-based GivEnergy to bring advanced battery and energy storage solutions to Australian households, promoting sustainability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Port of Brisbane partners with TechConnect on sustainability project
Hyperscale

Port of Brisbane partners with TechConnect on sustainability project

Port of Brisbane partners with TechConnect and AWS to enhance sustainability through a cutting-edge data platform, supporting a USD $500m green loan facility.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Ivalua to enhance NCC Sweden's supply chain risk management
Supply Chain

Ivalua to enhance NCC Sweden's supply chain risk management

Ivalua to digitise NCC Sweden's supply chain with advanced risk and performance management, aiming to curb annual revenue losses of up to 15%.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Aussie businesses boost green asset investment amidst slowdown
Cartech

Aussie businesses boost green asset investment amidst slowdown

Australian businesses have boosted investment in assets by 22%, particularly in green technologies like electric vehicles, despite a slowing economy, reports the Commonwealth Bank.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Iceland's atNorth wins dual accolades for digital innovation
Hyperscale

Iceland's atNorth wins dual accolades for digital innovation

Reykjavik's atNorth clinches top industry awards, solidifying its place in digital infrastructure with substantial CO2 and cost reductions for clients.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
UK firms prioritise AI & sustainability in tech purchases
Supply Chain

UK firms prioritise AI & sustainability in tech purchases

UK enterprises are prioritising revenue growth and keeping pace with technology as top drivers for tech purchases, per a CCGroup report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024