Avivo Grupo Supports Green IT & our slogan is "Help save the Planet".

The best way to go green is by

> Open Source software

Open source development in general is green.

> Cloud and Utility computing

> Virtualization

   Linux + virtualization  in terms of their server-consolidation potential  are the greenest combination ever.

 > Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)

> Desktop-as-a Service 

 Thin-client desktops and SaaS, for example, reduce the amount of power consumed, and volume of physical hardware and software produced and shipped. From a business point of view, user mobility is increased and data is centrally stored, better controlled and more secure.

> Install Energy-Efficient Cooling Units

Replace the Bulky computer room air conditioners (CRAC)  with Energy Efficient Cooling units

> E-Waste
   E-waste accounts for more than 2% of the waste stream and this figure is growing. Power consumption of technology devices is more & cost of energy have risen drastically.

IT managers should be alloted a budget specifically for waste disposal, utilize manufacturer recycling programs, and validate that the recyclers are not improperly disposing e-waste in foreign countries. An estimated  60% - 80% of e-waste is exported or illegally dumped overseas.

> Energy efficient servers

Manufacturers are now producing more energy efficient servers and computers which should be utilized. Many applications and hardware have "hidden" power saving capabilities & can reduce consumption and money.