5 Ways to Incorporate Sustainability into Your IT Infrastructure Strategy

Reducing environmental impacts is a win for your business, long term. Here’s why:

Consumer Preference: Climate change is a major concern for 36% of New Zealanders, who are committed to buying from companies dedicated to reducing their environmental impact. By aligning your business with sustainable practices, you can attract and retain environmentally conscious customers, thereby enhancing your brand reputation and long-term profitability. 

Regulatory Compliance: With the New Zealand government tightening regulations on environmental protection, businesses that proactively reduce their environmental footprint can avoid potential fines and penalties. By implementing sustainable practices now, you can ensure compliance with future regulations and safeguard your business against regulatory risks. 

Resource Efficiency: New Zealand businesses spend an estimated $1.2 billion annually on energy costs alone. By adopting energy-efficient technologies and practices, businesses can significantly reduce their energy consumption and operating costs. Investing in sustainable solutions lowers expenses and improves resource efficiency, enhancing your business’s resilience and competitiveness overall.

Now that you understand the importance of sustainability, here are five practical ways to incorporate it into your IT infrastructure strategy:

1. Reduce Energy Use
   HPE ProLiant Gen11 servers offer up to 43% more energy efficiency and up to 99% improved performance compared to earlier generations, helping to lower energy consumption and reduce server footprints. 
2. Implement Virtualisation and Cloud Solutions
   Ultimate Power with 5th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors: Supporting up to 64 cores per processor, these servers deliver 21% improved overall performance compared to earlier generations. These processors provide an intuitive cloud operating experience with trusted security and optimised performance, advancing a wide range of challenging workloads, including AI and ML.
3. Reduce Data Centre Footprint
   Merge workloads onto fewer Gen11 servers, requiring 50% to 90% fewer racks. This minimises data centre footprint and colocation costs while handling growth and new workloads effectively.
4. Cut Cooling Costs
   Designed with improved airflow and compatibility with future cooling technologies like liquid cooling, Gen11 servers optimise cooling efficiency, reducing cooling costs while delivering higher performance.
5. Promote Employee Awareness and Engagement
   Educate employees about the importance of sustainability and encourage them to adopt eco-friendly practices in their daily work routines. Foster a culture of environmental responsibility by organising training sessions, implementing green initiatives, and recognising sustainable behaviours. By engaging employees in sustainability initiatives, you can amplify the impact of your efforts and create a more environmentally conscious workplace. 

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