Kyndryl, the largest IT infrastructure services provider, recently released a study commissioned by Microsoft that highlights the importance of technology in achieving sustainability goals. The study, conducted by Ecosystm, revealed that while 84% of organizations prioritize sustainability, only 21% use technology to shape their strategies. With 38% of organizations increasing their sustainability goals, there is progress towards a greener future.
Faith Taylor, Chief Corporate Citizenship and Sustainability Officer at Kyndryl, emphasized the need for organizations to move from intent to action to drive change. Integrating sustainability into business strategies can maximize the value of people and technology to achieve goals. The study identified areas where organizations can improve, such as recognizing technology’s role in sustainability and fully utilizing data for strategic decision-making.
Matthew Sekol, a Sustainability Global Black Belt at Microsoft, suggested integrating sustainability data with operational and financial data using AI to drive resilience. The study provided guiding principles for organizations, including leveraging technology to reduce environmental impact and using AI for predictive analytics.
While AI’s benefit for sustainability is increasing, there is growing concern about its environmental impact. Kyndryl and Microsoft offer strategies to measure infrastructure emissions and optimize AI architectures to minimize energy use. By leveraging technology, organizations can create a more sustainable future.
The study, conducted with 1,355 global sustainability leaders, aims to bridge the gap between sustainability and technology. Kyndryl, as the world’s largest IT infrastructure services provider, plays a crucial role in helping organizations integrate sustainable practices into their operations. For more information about the study and Kyndryl’s services, visit www.kyndryl.com.
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