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Innovating Sustainable IT: Measure, Analyse, Optimise with Ciralgo

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Every IT system functions like an organism within a complex ecosystem, relying on resources to operate and interact with others. Hardware production, for example, requires a wide variety of materials like iron, gold, and platinum. The mining of these resources comes at the expense of natural resources, such as land, water, air, and biodiversity. Furthermore, datacenters, which are essential to powering the digital world, consume vast amounts of electricity. This energy consumption contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. These hidden environmental costs reveal the true footprint of IT systems we depend on daily.

Despite this, decisions about hardware and software upgrades are often made based on financial considerations, while sustainability remains a secondary concern. Why? Because many organisations lack clear insight into the environmental impact of their IT systems. The necessary data is often fragmented, inaccessible, or not prioritised, leaving a significant knowledge gap.

The Knowledge Gap in Sustainable IT

At Ciralgo, we provide organisations with the knowledge and tools to understand the environmental impact of their IT systems and take action. Without actionable insights, businesses risk missing opportunities to optimise energy use and reduce their carbon footprint.

To address this challenge, we have developed a simple but effective three-step strategy:

  • Measure: Gain insight into the environmental footprint of IT systems and provide energy labels for IT-systems.
  • Analyse: Identify inefficiencies and propose actionable strategies for improvement.
  • Optimise: Implement and maintain energy-efficient practices to ensure long-term impact.

Circular IT Systems

Ciralgo is built on the belief that IT systems must operate efficiently while actively contributing to sustainability goals. By viewing IT systems within a broader ecosystem and taking into account their full lifecycle, we help organisations improve the circularity of their IT. Circularity means designing and managing IT systems to minimise waste and maximise resource efficiency. This involves extending the lifespan of hardware, leveraging efficient data structures to reduce energy consumption, and applying algorithms that optimise resource use and improve overall efficiency. In fact, our name, Ciralgo, combines the ideas of circularity and algorithms, reflecting our mission to create sustainable, efficient IT solutions. Special thanks to Friso Hakkers for expressing this in the design and branding of Ciralgo!

Driving Sustainable IT: Inspired by nature, Ciralgo reduces the environmental footprint of technology.

Ready to discover the opportunities regarding sustainability in IT systems? Visit www.ciralgo.com to learn more about how we can help improve the sustainability of your IT systems.

“Ciralgo is built on the belief that IT systems must operate efficiently while actively contributing to sustainability goals.”