Addressing climate change is one of the most critical global issues of our time.  The technology industry is stepping up by developing and deploying innovative solutions and initiatives that improve the environment.  As we celebrate Earth Day, see how tech is building a more sustainable future in this week’s Tech At Work.

How Tech is Building a More Sustainable Future

Salesforce outlined a strategy to boost private sector support for nature conservation and restoration.

Uber expanded Comfort Electric, its first all-electric rides offerings, to 14 new markets across the U.S. and Canada.

Verizon is awarding $500,000 this year to four entrepreneurs and/or start-ups that demonstrate proven climate-tech solutions that are ready to scale and are focused on at-risk communities.

DoorDash launched new features and programs to enable more sustainable choices and promote climate-friendly packaging.

Bloom Energy’s latest sustainability report shows significant emissions savings and continued positive environmental impacts.

Apple announced major progress toward its climate goals and new partnerships for innovative climate solutions.

PayPal is advancing innovations that help vulnerable populations on the front lines of climate change better withstand and recover from climate disasters.

ecoATM shared several signs of environmental progress in 2023.

Intuit examined the correlation between gasoline tax by state and carbon footprint by state.

Getaround promoted the environmental benefits of the carsharing business model and how the company is helping reduce the number of cars on the road and lessen the emissions of greenhouse gases and other harmful substances into the environment.

Honeywell highlighted some of the ways energy efficiency is at work in the world today and what’s still to come.

Google helped people find the information they were seeking about sustainability this Earth Day.

Meta shared ways to raise awareness and support the environment on and off its apps.

Toyota highlighted several activities and programs at its facilities across the country to celebrate sustainability and the Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050.

Amazon shared several tips and actions shoppers can take to build a more sustainable planet.

SAP showed how its sustainability strategy leads by example.

Zoox discussed the shift to a cleaner transportation system of shared, all-electric, ride-hailing vehicles.

Visa is accelerating transformation in sustainability and economic recovery, while helping ensure that the planet and economies around the world thrive.

HPE shared how aligning tech strategies with sustainability initiatives can accelerate a data-first strategy that reduces our carbon footprint.

 

What’s New in Tech 

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