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Most of us are only too aware that the climate crisis demands immediate and systematic changes. An increasingly important part of this transformation relates to how we manage and use technology. As businesses look to reduce their carbon footprint and take responsibility for the impact their use of technology is having, how government supports them becomes even more crucial. Of course, even the most environmentally conscious businesses must overcome the significant financial barriers that inevitably come hand in hand with transitioning to sustainable infrastructure. Upgrading IT equipment comes at a price for all organisations, large or small – and more efficient technology usually comes at a premium. Many are looking to the government for support, hoping to relieve some of these pressures. While tax incentives are available for new technology investment, and sustainability initiatives continue to take centre stage, joined up thinking is MIA when it comes to refurbished technology. In short, it has fallen through the cracks when ...