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How Green Is Your IT?

Green IT is defined as using computing resources efficiently. Consider your organization’s commitment to implementing Green IT hardware, software and processes. Rate each survey question on a scale of 0 to 2.

GreenIT_Piggybank0 = No formal program/savings plan/practices in place
1 = Some programs/savings plan/practices in place
2 = Yes. Formal program/savings plan/practices in place

View your score below and see how you compare to others who have responded to the survey.

Does your organization have purchasing practices that favor energy-efficient products? (e.g. EnergyStar and EPEAT)



Have top executives (CEO, CFO, CIO) made an explicit commitment to energy efficiency?



Has your organization implemented server virtualization to reduce the number of servers needed?



Does your organization encourage telecommuting and provide the necessary equipment & support?



Has your organization installed energy-efficient HVAC and building automation controls in the past 12 months?



Has your organization revised its data center layout (or design) to reduce power demand?



Does your organization use alternative energy supplies (e.g. solar, wind) to provide power to IT facilities or systems?



Has your organization reduced IT equipment energy consumption by at least 5% in the past 12 months?



Has your organization improved IT equipment energy efficiency by at least 5% in the past 12 months?



Does your organization have a program to recycle unused/discarded high-tech equipment (e.g., old PCs and monitors)?



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How are you doing?

Score 16 +
Congratulations! You appear to have organizational commitment for Green IT and are well on your way to maximizing both cost benefits and reducing your carbon footprint.

Score 10-15
Not bad. You have a good start with Green IT initiatives and have made an initial commitment to environmentally-friendly programs that reduce your carbon footprint.

Score 5-9
You are implementing a few Green IT programs, but have not embraced a total approach to reducing your carbon footprint. Executive commitment will be important to move to the next level. A Green IT assessment is recommended.

Score 0-4
You may be experimenting with a few Green IT programs. A comprehensive assessment and Green IT design is suggested to discover potential opportunities.

Wherever your organization is in implementing Green IT, Istonish can help make maximize your cost savings and minimize your energy consumption. Contact us today for more information and a free consultation.

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Wherever your organization is in implementing Green IT, Istonish can help make maximize your savings and minimize your energy consumption.  For more information or a free consultation, write to us or

Call (800) 728-6821

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