In the age of climate consciousness, industries worldwide are grappling with the urgent need to reduce their carbon footprints. One industry that has come under increased scrutiny is telecommunications, where Scope 3 emissions, or the indirect emissions that occur in a company’s value chain that the company has no direct control over, alone account for a staggering 85% of a typical telecom company’s carbon footprint.

Every September, world leaders, business executives, investors, NGOs, and global citizens descend upon New York City to learn and discuss progress towards building a sustainable future for all. Although there was much excitement and energy surrounding the UN General Assembly and Climate Week this year, there was very sobering news that more must be done if we expect to achieve the goals set out by the UN 17 Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs) and Paris Climate Accords.

First published on the BSA site along with DXC Technology Data analytics and generative AI are revolutionizing the approach organizations take to software development, testing, and delivery, enabling standardization and scalability across the board, including test automation and management. Like other sectors, financial institutions struggle to match the rate of transformation necessary to maintain a competitive edge.

Corporations are embracing their role as change agents in a world marked by environmental challenges and the demand for sustainable practices. Sustainable IT has emerged as a crucial enabler of environmental stewardship and responsible business practices.