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Sustainability for all
"It’s not only for the big guys with large budgets to take action. Sustainability is something that we can all do something about. It’s never been cheaper to have an outsized impact."
— Tom Soderstrom, AWS Executive Enterprise Strategist, Former IT Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)
Scaling sustainability innovation
Ruth Gratzke, President of Siemens Smart Infrastructure U.S. and CEO of Siemens Industry, Inc. shares how AWS and Siemens are utilizing technology to integrate sustainability into their infrastructure and operations, as well as helping customers and partners deploy solutions to achieve their sustainability goals.
Learn more about practical sustainability for your business
Building an Efficient Foundation for Business Sustainability
The first step towards sustainability is creating an efficient foundation for your business operations. This involves:
Enhancing Energy Efficiency: Simple measures like transitioning to renewable energy sources or optimizing energy usage can significantly reduce your environmental footprint.
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By embedding these strategies, you can transform sustainability from a future goal into a core component of your business.
Engaging Globally for Greater Impact
True sustainability extends well beyond your organization's walls. Here are ways to broaden your impact:
Collaborate and share data: Contributing to initiatives like the Amazon Sustainability Data Initiative helps accelerate global sustainability research and innovation.
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Sustainability is not just beneficial for the environment—it's advantageous for your business. Companies that adopt sustainable practices often see improved brand reputation, increased customer loyalty, and better operational efficiency.
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