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Sustainability in Tech: Key Lessons From Big Tech Companies

The technology sector—spanning hardware, software, data centers and telecommunications—is on track to expand its share of global greenhouse gas emissions from roughly 3 percent in 2020 to between 6 and 14 percent by 2040 as growth in AI, cloud computing and blockchain accelerates. Nonetheless, tech companies that lead in ESG have demonstrated better financial returns and can realize operational benefits such as energy and water savings, improved asset utilization, access to sustainable financing and enhanced brand reputation. They succeed by setting ambitious environmental targets like net zero and zero waste, committing to 100 percent renewable energy, investing in energy-efficient AI applications, and proactive social and governance measures—from diversity and supply chain collaboration to transparent ESG reporting supported by third-party assurance.

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