Does Cloud Co$t the Earth?
ACS NSW and Climate Action Week Sydney 2024
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About this event
Join ACS for a thought-provoking discussion on the intricate relationship between business decisions, technology, and the environment in the era of cloud computing, AI, and digital transformation. Are businesses unknowingly burdening themselves and the planet with unnecessary costs, or is it time to reevaluate how we harness the power of technology?
In a world where every decision made in the cloud carries economic and environmental implications, enterprises are at a crossroads. The challenge lies in balancing technological advancement with environmental stewardship to meet sustainability goals effectively.
Be a part of the ACS NSW branch event during Climate Action Week Sydney, in collaboration with the Australian Computer Society, where we will dive deep into the realm of sustainability, GreenOps, and the obstacles faced by enterprises in managing emissions data and transitioning to Net Zero. Learn how strategic alignment and unwavering dedication are essential in harmonizing tech innovation with eco-responsibility for a brighter, greener future.
Our distinguished panelists, including Kate McHugh, a Sustainability professional and Founder/CEO at KitchenHand.io, Mark Butcher, Founder & CEO of Posetiv, Lee Stewart, a seasoned ESG professional with significant experience in startups, consulting, and large multinationals, and David McEwen, an expert in climate risk, mitigation, resilience, and business strategies, will lead a captivating discussion on the real-world implications of technology on sustainability. Discover why emissions data may initially spike before declining and challenge the notion of whether the true cost of IT accurately reflects its sustainability impact.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and be part of the conversation that will shape the future of sustainable technology practices. Together, let's explore the transformative power of technology in building a more sustainable and prosperous world for all.
AGENDA:
18:00 – Pre-Event Networking
18:30 – Welcome and Introductions
18:35 – Panel Introduction & Discussion
19:10 – Audience Panel Q&A
19:20 – Post Event Networking
19:45 – Event Close
Speakers
Entrepreneurial by nature, I enjoy connecting the dots and people to create positive change and shared value.
Having earned my corporate stripes at A.P. Moller–Maersk on their prestigious, global management program, I established a reputation for improvement and change strategies with a focus on customer outcomes and business growth. Since then, I've worked in sustainability, supply chain, strategy and change management, to deliver improvement and transformation focused on growth, customer and profit across a wide range of industries.
I am passionate about sustainability and food. I have built, KitchenHand.io to help households save time, effort and money while reducing the amount of food they discard.
A competitive sailor and a very ordinary recreational runner, I love good food, coffee, wine, conversation, seas, trails, humour, and travel - although not necessarily all at the same time...
I'm an ambassador for EyeSea, a Climate Reality Leader and an organiser at Sydney Sustainability Lunchers.
Sustainability | ESG | CSR | Climate | Purpose | Strategy | Transformation | Implementation | Change
In my role today I help transform how organisations deliver and consume IT & cloud services, enabling them to make fact based decisions and plan for a successful and sustainable future.
My passion is sustainability and I’m glad to be heavily involved in many initiatives across the world that are focused on reducing the impact that IT is having on the environment. Digital pollution is a real problem and by working together as a community we can address it.
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