Best Practices Guide to Sustainable IT Issued
The CIO Council and GSA have issued a best practices guide for agencies on sustainable IT, as ordered by the 2020 Energy Act and reflecting policies set
What is the purpose of the Best Practices Guide to Sustainable IT?
The Best Practices Guide to Sustainable IT aims to provide federal agencies with guidelines on procuring products and services that meet energy consumption standards, as mandated by the 2020 Energy Act. It emphasizes the importance of investing in IT sustainability to help achieve the goals outlined in the Federal Sustainability Plan.
What topics are covered in the guide?
The guide covers several important topics, including the acquisition of hardware that aligns with sustainability guidelines, implementing sustainable practices in data centers, tracking usage effectiveness, and evaluating the procurement of new hardware versus maintaining legacy systems. It also discusses sustainability considerations for cloud computing and integrating these practices into existing IT plans.
How does the guide support federal sustainability goals?
The guide supports federal sustainability goals by outlining specific requirements for agencies to procure energy-efficient products and services. By focusing on IT sustainability, it presents an opportunity for the federal government to reshape its approach and meet the high-level benchmarks set by the White House, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable ecosystem.
Best Practices Guide to Sustainable IT Issued
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