Green IT

Question 1

What is green IT

Answer 1

To use computers and IT resources in an efficient and environmentally responsible way to reduce an organisations carbon footprint

Question 2

Examples of green IT

Answer 2

Repair older devices rather than throwing them away
Adjust power options to help minimise power consumption
Turn of computers, monitors and other connected devices when not in use

Question 3

Why use green IT

Answer 3

Reducing energy costs and saving money
To become more sustainably reducing company carbon footprint
Improves public image as an environmentally conscious organisation