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Asked by Erika Frederick on May 08, 2024

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What is "green IT"? Why would a company want to pursue "going green" and how could they do it? Do you think it is worth it to "go green"? Why or why not?

Green IT

Practices and technologies that improve the environmental sustainability of computing, including energy efficiency, reducing resource consumption, and disposing of electronic waste properly.

Going Green

Adopting practices and products that are environmentally friendly and sustainable, aiming to reduce pollution and conserve resources.

Worth It

A term used to describe whether or not something is of sufficient value, benefit, or importance to justify its cost or effort.

  • Identify the contribution and influence of technology in business processes.
  • Explain the principle of aligning business and IT strategies and the reasoning for implementing eco-friendly IT efforts.
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Victoria MorrisMay 11, 2024
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1) Being more socially responsible 2) To address environmental concerns; facilities design and management (sustainable work environments), carbon management (monitor and reduce), international and US environmental laws (follow laws in what buy and how dispose) 3) Yes - it is good for the environment so customers who care about this will buy the product; no - it costs a lot of money for no impact on the bottom line

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