Bitkom Drives Sustainability in ITK Industry with Resource-Efficient Data Centers
The ITK (Information and Communication Technology) industry is thriving, but it's also facing challenges in managing its resource consumption. Bitkom, a leading digital association, is at the forefront of promoting sustainability in the sector, driving initiatives that aim to minimise waste and maximise efficiency.
Bitkom is actively working on making data centers in the ITK industry more resource-efficient. One way this is achieved is through cloud computing, which allows for more efficient resource use and smaller end devices. This is an example of dematerialisation in the ITK sector.
Bitkom's commitment to sustainability doesn't stop at operation; it advocates for resource protection throughout the lifecycle of ITK products. This includes eco-design, improving efficiency during use, and proper disposal or reuse. To facilitate this, Bitkom has established return structures for electrical and electronic waste and set up a pan-European dialogue platform, the Product Reuse European Working Group, for remarketing of used ITK devices.
The German IT sector has several important organisations promoting environmental friendliness and waste reduction. Zukunft – Umwelt – Gesellschaft (ZUG), BAUM e.V., and Klima-Allianz Deutschland are among these, supporting initiatives for sustainable IT consumption and environmental responsibility.
To encourage sustainable choices, Bitkom supports and uses voluntary environmental labels like Blue Angel, Energy Star, and EPEAT for ITK products. The ITK industry in Germany is committed to increasing resource efficiency, reducing environmental burdens, enhancing competitiveness, and creating jobs.
To aid in this, Bitkom publishes guidelines for public procurers to support resource-efficient ITK procurement. It has also established a platform for the procurement of resource-saving ITK in the public sector. Furthermore, the industry supports high transparency in recycling through methods like RFID, facilitating a circular economy.
Bitkom's efforts, along with those of other organisations and the industry at large, are driving a sustainable future for the ITK sector. By promoting resource efficiency, waste reduction, and proper disposal, the industry is not only minimising its environmental impact but also enhancing its competitiveness and creating jobs.
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