SustainableIT.org
SustainableIT.org, a small research company founded in 2022 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, advances global sustainability through technology leadership and provides IT-tailored ESG standards.
Services
SustainableIT.org provides a comprehensive set of services aimed at advancing global sustainability through technology. The organization offers more than 200 IT-tailored ESG standards for measuring, tracking, and reporting technology's environmental, social, and governance impact. They also offer education and training programs to raise awareness for environmental and societal initiatives. Corporate membership benefits include access to data insights, executive collaborative and networking events, and extensive training programs aimed at fostering sustainable transformation in business.
History
Founded in 2022, SustainableIT.org is a relatively young organization based in Redwood City, California. As a 501(c)(6) Delaware nonprofit, non-stock entity, it quickly positioned itself as a leader in defining IT’s impact on business sustainability. The company released its first-ever standards tailored specifically to IT impact on sustainability and documented them in the SustainableIT Standards Taxonomy report. The organization has also held impactful events like its inaugural SustainableIT Impact Awards & Symposium, aiming to recognize and promote significant contributions to ESG initiatives.
Partnerships
SustainableIT.org is actively engaged in various partnerships to further its mission of advancing sustainability in IT. Notably, it has partnered with the Green Software Foundation to advocate for sustainable software development practices. Additionally, a significant collaboration with ServiceNow aims to establish new sustainability standards in enterprise technology. The organization also encourages partnerships with like-minded organizations to promote sustainability more broadly.
Global Presence
Despite being a small business with a team of 31, SustainableIT.org has expanded its influence internationally. The organization has launched new chapters in Denmark and the United Kingdom, demonstrating its commitment to promoting sustainable IT practices globally. Through its participation in events like the World Economic Forum 2024 and ongoing international collaborations, SustainableIT.org aims to extend its impact beyond its headquarters in Redwood City, California.
Key Initiatives
SustainableIT.org is dedicated to pioneering initiatives that define and promote sustainable transformation within the IT industry. The organization has launched the SustainableIT Standards v1.0, which include 240 ESG topics and metrics specifically designed for IT sustainability reporting. They host flagship events like the SustainableIT Impact Awards & Symposium, which next takes place on October 15-16, 2024, in Austin, Texas. Additionally, the organization announced the winners of its inaugural impact awards, celebrating significant contributions to ESG initiatives in technology.