Target audiences
- IT Support
- IT Professionals
Workforce: 654,000 workers (cio.com, 2019)
Job description: IT specialists “manage the network and server infrastructure of a company… computer systems and electronic data, development and implementation of customised systems and overseeing all computer-related activities.” (Indeed)
Work footprint:
- E-waste
- Energy use
Top Climate Actions:
- Ask your vendors about their sustainability initiatives
- Use hardware for as long as possible
- Recycle and dispose of e-waste responsibly
- Learn about vampire energy and reduce energy use
- Discuss climate risks in your business continuity plan
For more information, check out the detailed lessons in the Curriculum tab.
Benefits:
- Workers: Learn new skills, make well-informed decisions
- Businesses: Save money on hardware and energy
- Social & environmental:
- Conserve resources
- Reduce toxic e-waste
- Reduce embedded carbon & energy emissions
It’s your turn: What climate actions have you taken as an IT professional? What other actions should we list? Share your experience in the comments below.
Course Features
- Lectures 6
- Quizzes 0
- Duration Lifetime access
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 2
- Assessments Yes
