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Sustainability stories - Page 18

Sustainablilty in the tech sphere can also be described as Green IT and involves the use, distribution and creation of IT technology that has positive impacts on the environment. With close links to ESG, organisations need an informed strategy, engaged employees and positive leadership to achieve successful and sustainable outcomes.

Sustainable tech also involves reducing the negative impacts of manufacturing, use, and end-of-life handling, both of which relate to physical hardware and software.
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Retailers face pressure for transparency as supply chains evolve

Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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Retailers face mounting pressure to boost supply chain transparency and sustainability amid new tax rules and climate regulations reshaping global commerce.
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EV owners miss out on savings & green benefits amid tariff confusion

Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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Many UK EV owners miss out on savings and true green benefits due to confusing tariffs, with some paying up to GBP £372 extra annually for charging at peak times.
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Submer appoints Jean-Marc Denis to lead global AI datacentre push

Sun, 16th Nov 2025
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Submer appoints Jean-Marc Denis as Chief Product Officer to spearhead its global AI datacentre solutions and product strategy expansion.
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Equinix invests USD $22 million in Lagos data centre for Africa

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Equinix plans a USD $22 million data centre in Lagos, its first in West Africa, boosting digital infrastructure to power Nigeria's growing tech economy by 2026.
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UK shoppers embrace Taiwanese brands after Westfield showcase

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Following the Taiwan Select Pop-Up at Westfield White City, 93% of UK shoppers are keen to buy Taiwanese brands, drawn by innovation and sustainability.
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Dyson & Raylo boost sustainability with refurbished device plans

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Dyson and Raylo launch flexible subscriptions for refurbished devices, boosting affordability and sustainability in the UK electronics market.
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Holiday shoppers demand faster, greener delivery but shun extra fees

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Holiday shoppers demand quick, eco-friendly delivery but resist paying extra, with UK consumers showing low confidence in on-time arrivals, survey reveals.
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Emirates Flight Catering transforms data management for efficiency

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Emirates Flight Catering adopts Informatica's cloud-based data platform to boost efficiency, supplier collaboration and sustainability in its meal production.
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Insurability now a core test for boardroom AI & climate strategy

Wed, 12th Nov 2025
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Insurability is becoming the key test for boardroom AI and climate strategies as regulators, insurers, and investors demand rigorous risk management and governance.
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Fortinet unveils Secure AI Data Centre to protect large models

Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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Fortinet launches Secure AI Data Centre with FortiGate 3800G firewall to protect AI models and infrastructure, boosting security and cutting power use by 69%.
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EXOq research hub to boost Oxford region by GBP £1.4 billion

Sat, 8th Nov 2025
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EXOq, a new research district near Oxford, will bring GBP £1.4 billion annually and 7,000 jobs, boosting the local economy and innovation sector.
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Gen Z drives surge in UK tech subscriptions as ownership declines

Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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UK device subscriptions have surged 57% year-on-year, driven by Gen Z who prefer flexible access over ownership amid rising costs and eco concerns.
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Why generic eCommerce platforms aren't enough for the next generation

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Young shoppers demand personalised, values-led eCommerce, pushing brands to adopt curated marketplaces that reflect identity, not just convenience or discounts.
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Catherine Birkett joins Twinkl to chair Audit & Risk Committee

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Catherine Birkett, CFO at GoCardless, joins Twinkl as Non-Executive Director and Audit & Risk Committee Chair amid the company's global growth.
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Black Friday shifts to season-long shopping with value focus

Wed, 5th Nov 2025
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Black Friday is no longer a single-day event, evolving into a season-long shopping period focused on value, wellbeing, and experiences, says new research.
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PepsiCo to launch automated warehouse in Poland by 2026

Mon, 3rd Nov 2025
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PepsiCo will open an automated warehouse in Grodzisk Mazowiecki, Poland by 2026 to boost capacity, cut costs and reduce emissions by 200 tonnes annually.
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Equinix to invest GBP £3.9 billion in Hertfordshire data campus

Fri, 31st Oct 2025
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Equinix will invest GBP £3.9 billion in a new data centre campus in Hertfordshire, boosting the UK's AI capacity and creating thousands of jobs.
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Sustainability drives UK firms' tech choices & vendor selection

Fri, 31st Oct 2025
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New research reveals 67% of UK firms demand sustainability credentials from tech vendors, reflecting ESG's crucial role in business growth and strategy.
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UK businesses urged to blend agility & discipline for 2026 growth

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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UK firms advised to combine agility and discipline in 2026 amid modest growth, tech advances, ESG focus, and evolving workforce and regulations.
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UK data centre spending to surpass GBP £10 billion a year by 2029

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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UK data centre spending is set to soar from GBP £1.75bn to over GBP £10bn annually by 2029, driven by AI demand and regional development shifts.