Leadership
This course equips sustainability professionals with essential strategies to integrate green ICT practices within their organisations, focusing on reducing ICT emissions and adopting sustainable technologies and behaviours.
Recommended Duration
Online learning
1
Eco-literacy assessment
1
CPD credits
4
Employee surveys
Overview
"How to Implement Green ICT Solutions" is a concise and impactful course designed to empower sustainability professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to adopt sustainable ICT practices.
As ICT continues to expand globally, so does its environmental impact through increased emissions. This course addresses the pressing need to mitigate ICT-related carbon footprints by offering practical strategies for implementing Green ICT solutions within businesses.
Participants will gain practical insights into identifying and mitigating IT emissions, implementing energy-efficient technologies, and enhancing organisational sustainability through green IT initiatives.
Assessment Criteria
The assessment takes approximately 10 minutes and is graded by percentage. There are 10 multiple choice questions (MCQs) upon completion of four lessons. The certification criteria is 40%, and learners may retake the assessment.
SDG's
Business Value
Over 42% of enterprises don't consider the environmental impact when choosing ICT services or ICT equipment
Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will have a strong understanding of:
The sources and scopes of ICT emissions in business operations.
The strategic advantages and environmental benefits of embracing sustainable ICT solutions.
Best practices in monitoring ICT emissions and actionable steps to reduce these emissions or implement greener ICT practices.
4
sections
1
hr
duration
Gain insights into ICT emissions sources and scopes within business operations, including data centres and device usage. Participants will explore the environmental impact of ICT activities and identify key areas for emissions reduction.
Actionable Outcome:
Conduct an initial assessment of ICT emissions sources in your organisation, identifying priority areas for emissions reduction strategies.
1
lessons to complete
13
min
Section duration
Discover the strategic advantages and environmental benefits of adopting sustainable ICT solutions. This section highlights cost savings, enhanced corporate reputation, and regulatory compliance achieved through green ICT initiatives.
Actionable Outcome:
Develop a persuasive business case presentation for green ICT investments, emphasising financial benefits and sustainability gains.
1
lessons to complete
17
min
Section duration
Learn effective methods for monitoring ICT emissions, including tracking energy consumption, carbon footprint, and resource usage. Participants will gain practical insights into implementing robust monitoring frameworks to improve transparency and accountability.
Actionable Outcome:
Implement an ICT emissions monitoring plan in your organisation, incorporating metrics, tools, and reporting mechanisms to track progress and identify opportunities for improvement.
1
lessons to complete
14
min
Section duration
Explore actionable strategies to reduce ICT emissions and promote sustainable practices, such as optimising data centre efficiency, adopting energy-efficient hardware and software, and encouraging remote work policies.
Actionable Outcome:
Develop a guidebook for employees on adopting sustainable ICT practices, including tips for energy-efficient computing, responsible disposal of electronic waste, and reducing digital carbon footprint.
1
lessons to complete
16
min
Section duration
Áine Higgins
Head, ESG and Sustainability
"NTR had the pleasure of working with the Vyra Team. The training was engaging, beautifully presented, and prompted participants to consider what they could do to help the biodiversity challenge. The structure of the training made it easy for all to fit into busy schedules."
Jan 2024
Sean O’Connell
Event Operations Executive
“At the beginning of our sustainability journey, we were looking for assistance in helping us to educate our staff on the various topics in this space. We found Vyra’s online platform and content the perfect tool to achieve this.”
Mar 2023
David Terceño
ESG & Corporate Communications
"Working with Vyra has allowed us to develop high quality biodiversity and sustainability modules that are not only informative but also engaging and easy to complete, allowing our employee to keep their focus in all their essential work."
Jun 2023
Nay Pereira
Sustainability Co-ordinator
"Vyra is an amazing tool that makes sustainability part of our everyday life, combining practical challenges and a great interface with trustworthy information on a wide variety of ESG topics. It really helps us to inspire and empower our team!"
Nov 2022
Nick Tennant
ESG & Commercial Reporting Manager
"If approached by others I would strongly recommend the use of the Vyra training courses."
May 2024
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