# eBook: Sustainability in software and tech

Last Updated: September 15, 2025 | By [Greenplaces Team](https://greenplaces.com/author/greenplaces/) | 1 min read |

## Key takeaways from the guide

#### [Meet escalating demand without maxing out resources:](https://greenplaces.com/guides/ebook-sustainability-in-software-and-tech/#4bdb0ef13a06d0d2c)

Data centers already account for 2% of global electricity use (on par with Sweden). Some forecasts suggest this demand could double by 2026—learn strategies for balancing performance with sustainability.

#### [Adapt to rapidly changing regulations:](https://greenplaces.com/guides/ebook-sustainability-in-software-and-tech/#21d79f184ebcf8521)

From the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) to California’s Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act, climate laws are raising the bar for tech companies of all sizes.

#### [Strengthen your supply chain:](https://greenplaces.com/guides/ebook-sustainability-in-software-and-tech/#a81833b5c32f43ca5)

Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft are pledging net-zero emissions by 2030, setting similar expectations for their vendors. Learn how to position yourself as a sustainable partner and maintain a competitive edge in RFPs.

#### [Boost stakeholder value through low-carbon innovation:](https://greenplaces.com/guides/ebook-sustainability-in-software-and-tech/#e404ba62bafd37aaf)

Studies show proactive sustainability efforts can generate up to 2.6x more shareholder value. Discover frameworks for reducing carbon footprints while enhancing risk management and brand credibility.

#### [Equip your team with actionable insights:](https://greenplaces.com/guides/ebook-sustainability-in-software-and-tech/#5738ff11c6dc26dfb)

Walk through practical steps—from mapping your emissions to future-proofing your growth through AI and water-saving data center strategies.

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