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PerfectScale develops tool to measure Kubernetes' carbon emissions in cloud systems
Hyperscale

PerfectScale develops tool to measure Kubernetes' carbon emissions in cloud systems

PerfectScale has unveiled a tool designed to measure and reduce Kubernetes' carbon emissions within major cloud systems.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
Westcon-Comstor appoints first Chief Sustainability Officer
Supply Chain

Westcon-Comstor appoints first Chief Sustainability Officer

Westcon-Comstor appoints Kevin Brzezinski, existing SVP of Global Operations, as its first Chief Sustainability Officer.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Nov 2023
Iceotope showcases liquid cooling tech with etisalat by e&
Power / Energy

Iceotope showcases liquid cooling tech with etisalat by e&

Iceotope and etisalat showcased cutting-edge liquid cooling technology at GITEX GLOBAL in Dubai, promising significant energy reductions for data centres.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2023
Stanley Capital Partners invests in Roboyo: Hyper-Automation
Health Technologies

Stanley Capital Partners invests in Roboyo: Hyper-Automation

Stanley Capital Partners invests in tech company Roboyo, aiming to enhance the global leader in hyper-automation's growth.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Climate change stories

Have we opened the door to cheap imported wool?
Sustainability

Have we opened the door to cheap imported wool?

The directive could lift demand for local fleece, but it may also let cheaper overseas wool undercut New Zealand farmers.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Nov 2023
6 global changes we’re not ready for
Space

6 global changes we’re not ready for

A UN University report warns that water, food, heat and insurance systems are nearing tipping points that could trigger collapse.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2023
Quadrent Green Lease bridges the digital gap in New Zealand
Supply Chain

Quadrent Green Lease bridges the digital gap in New Zealand

The Quadrent Green Lease programme champions digital inclusion and e-waste reduction in New Zealand's underprivileged communities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2023
Auckland Airport bolsters its flood resilience
Risk & Compliance

Auckland Airport bolsters its flood resilience

Floods at the international terminal have prompted a major stormwater overhaul that will protect operations and treat runoff before it reaches the harbour.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
Parliament summit underscores role of businesses in UK's green shift
Storage

Parliament summit underscores role of businesses in UK's green shift

Parliamentary summit highlights crucial role of UK businesses in achieving net zero emissions and fostering sustainability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
The ETS alone won’t reduce transport emissions
Climate change

The ETS alone won’t reduce transport emissions

Without more public transport and safer active travel, higher fuel prices risk pricing more Kiwis out of everyday trips.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Nov 2023
How long do we have to limit global warming?
Sustainability

How long do we have to limit global warming?

Scientists say the remaining carbon budget for a 1.5°C warming limit could run out within six years at current emissions levels.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2023
Changing the way we plan infrastructure resilience
Supply Chain

Changing the way we plan infrastructure resilience

The report says Cyclone Gabrielle exposed how failures in power, water and communications can cascade across New Zealand's critical networks.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
Fleet safety award winners announced
Supply Chain

Fleet safety award winners announced

Brake's annual awards in Auckland have honoured firms and individuals cutting crashes and emissions from work vehicles across Australasia.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
Tech approaches to the reduction of diesel generator emissions
Supply Chain

Tech approaches to the reduction of diesel generator emissions

As an emitter of CO2 and other gases, the diesel generator is an obvious target for emissions-reduction regulation.

By Keith Khoo • 6 min read • Wed, 18th Oct 2023
Low-emission zones gaining global popularity
Sustainability

Low-emission zones gaining global popularity

Stockholm will bar petrol and diesel cars from its centre from late 2024, raising air-quality hopes but prompting grid and charging worries.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 15th Oct 2023
CMA introduces Green Agreements Guidance for sustainable business
Supply Chain

CMA introduces Green Agreements Guidance for sustainable business

Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) introduces new guidance to help businesses collaborate on environmental sustainability while complying with the law.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Oct 2023
New researcher tool boosts accuracy of academic GenAI summaries
Generative AI

New researcher tool boosts accuracy of academic GenAI summaries

Iris.ai launches RW 1.0 to tackle inaccuracies in AI-generated research summaries, marking a significant step forward for the AI industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2023