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In this IT Ops session, you'll learn about how the IT industry has already successfully reduced its energy consumption, what technologies and trends have been applied to the problem, and what might still lie ahead.

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In this IT Ops session, you'll learn about how the IT industry has already successfully reduced its energy consumption, what technologies and trends have been applied to the problem, and what might still lie ahead.

The IT Ops sessions are short-form conference-style sessions, minus the conference. In this session, Reducing IT Energy Consumption, you'll learn about how the IT industry has deployed technological innovation and strategic planning to reduce their energy footprint. You'll delve into some of those technologies and the business practices that both support them and, sometimes, stand in their way. When you’re finished with this session, you’ll have a better understanding of how the IT world is responding to energy consumption constraints.

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Reducing IT Energy Consumption

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Explores how professionals in the IT industry successfully reduced energy consumption
Highlights technological solutions and industry trends used to reduce energy consumption
Covers best practices and potential challenges in reducing IT energy consumption
Instructor David Clinton has established expertise in IT energy efficiency

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in The IT Ops Sessions: Reducing IT Energy Consumption with these activities:
Review IT Energy Consumption Fundamentals
Brings to surface any gaps in your knowledge of IT energy consumption, ensuring a strong knowledge foundation for the course.
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  • Read through the course syllabus and identify any unfamiliar concepts related to IT energy consumption.
  • Review online resources, such as articles and whitepapers, to gain a basic understanding of these concepts.
  • Attend a webinar or online presentation on IT energy consumption to solidify your understanding.
Practice IT Energy Management Techniques
Practice implementing IT energy management techniques to reinforce learning and improve proficiency.
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  • Identify areas for energy optimization in an IT environment
  • Develop and implement strategies to reduce energy consumption
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented solutions
Design an IT Energy Efficiency Plan
Develop a comprehensive plan to guide energy efficiency efforts in an IT environment, demonstrating a deep understanding of the concepts covered in the course.
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  • Conduct an energy audit to assess current consumption patterns
  • Identify and prioritize energy-saving opportunities
  • Develop an implementation plan with timelines and resource allocation
  • Outline metrics for tracking progress and measuring success
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Implement an IT Energy Conservation Project
Engage in a hands-on project to implement energy conservation measures in a real-world IT environment, applying the knowledge and skills gained from the course.
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  • Define the scope and objectives of the project
  • Conduct research and gather necessary resources
  • Implement the energy conservation measures
  • Monitor and evaluate the results of the project

Career center

Learners who complete The IT Ops Sessions: Reducing IT Energy Consumption will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
IT Energy Efficiency Analyst
IT Energy Efficiency Analysts are in charge of determining how much energy is being used by information technology (IT) equipment and processes, and finding ways to reduce that usage. Reducing IT Energy Consumption is a course that provides a good foundation for beginning a career as an IT Energy Efficiency Analyst. This course can be a valuable resource for those who want to pursue a career in IT, or other related fields. By completing this course, you will learn about the reduction of an IT industry's energy footprint and the technologies and strategic planning involved. These are skills that many employers seek out for this role.
IT Environmental Engineer
IT Environmental Engineers bring together their understanding of IT infrastructure and environmental engineering to reduce IT energy consumption. This course will help build a foundation for those who want to become IT Environmental Engineers. Not only will you gain knowledge of how IT industries have reduced their energy footprint, but you will learn about technologies that have been applied to do so. This course could give you an advantage in an environmentally-minded job market.
Data Center Operations Manager
Data Center Operations Managers are responsible for the day-to-day operations of a data center, including ensuring that the data center is energy-efficient. This course will be valuable for those who wish to pursue a career as a Data Center Operations Manager. It will teach you about how IT industries and data centers reduce their energy footprint, the technologies that make it possible, and what trends are present in the industry.
IT Sustainability Manager
IT Sustainability Managers are responsible for developing and implementing sustainability strategies for IT organizations. This course will be useful for those who want to become an IT Sustainability Manager. You will gain insight into how to strategically plan to reduce energy consumption in IT, the technologies used, and what trends are present in the industry.
Energy Efficiency Consultant
Energy Efficiency Consultants provide advice to organizations on how to reduce their energy consumption. This course may be useful for those who want to become an Energy Efficiency Consultant. While the course does not go over how to directly consult, it does cover technologies to reduce an energy footprint, which is something to consult on.
Energy Auditor
Energy Auditors are responsible for conducting energy audits to identify ways to reduce energy consumption. This course may be useful for those who want to become an Energy Auditor. Even though the course will not specifically teach how to do an energy audit, the information gained from this course will be useful when specifically learning how to conduct an energy audit.
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Consultants provide advice to organizations on how to reduce their environmental impact. This course may be useful for those who want to become an Environmental Consultant. While the course focuses on reducing energy consumption in IT, the knowledge and skills you gain can be applied to reducing the environmental impact of other industries.
Sustainability Consultant
Sustainability Consultants provide advice to organizations on how to become more sustainable. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Sustainability Consultant. While the course focuses on reducing energy consumption in IT, the knowledge and skills you gain can be applied to other areas of sustainability.
IT Architect
IT Architects design and implement IT systems, including systems to reduce energy consumption. This course may be useful for those who want to become an IT Architect. The course will teach you about the technologies and business practices that support reducing an IT industry's energy footprint. This is valuable information for anyone designing or implementing IT systems.
IT Project Manager
IT Project Managers are responsible for planning and executing IT projects, including projects to reduce energy consumption. This course may be useful for those who want to become an IT Project Manager. The course will teach you about the technologies and business practices that support reducing an IT industry's energy footprint. This is valuable information for anyone working on energy-related projects.
Systems Analyst
Systems Analysts analyze and design IT systems, including systems to reduce energy consumption. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Systems Analyst. The course will teach you about the technologies and business practices that support reducing an IT industry's energy footprint. This is valuable information for anyone analyzing or designing IT systems.
IT Specialist
IT Specialists provide technical support to users of IT systems, including systems to reduce energy consumption. This course may be useful for those who want to become an IT Specialist. The course will teach you about the technologies and business practices that support reducing an IT industry's energy footprint. This is valuable information for anyone providing support for IT systems.
Software Engineer
Software Engineers design, develop, and implement software applications, including applications to reduce energy consumption. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Software Engineer. The course will teach you about the technologies and business practices that support reducing an IT industry's energy footprint. This is valuable information for anyone designing or developing software applications.
Database Administrator
Database Administrators manage and maintain databases, including databases used to store energy consumption data. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Database Administrator. The course will teach you about the technologies and business practices that support reducing an IT industry's energy footprint. This is valuable information for anyone managing or maintaining databases.
Network Administrator
Network Administrators manage and maintain computer networks, including networks used to connect energy-efficient devices. This course may be useful for those who want to become a Network Administrator. The course will teach you about the technologies and business practices that support reducing an IT industry's energy footprint. This is valuable information for anyone managing or maintaining computer networks.

Reading list

We've selected four books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in The IT Ops Sessions: Reducing IT Energy Consumption.
Useful primer on the topic of green IT. It covers the basics of energy consumption in the IT industry, and provides practical advice on how to reduce energy consumption in your own IT environment.
This report provides an overview of the carbon footprint of ICT. It covers the environmental impact of ICT, and provides recommendations on how to reduce the carbon footprint of ICT.
Provides a comprehensive overview of data center design and operation. It valuable resource for data center professionals looking to improve their energy efficiency.
Provides a comprehensive overview of virtualization technologies. It useful reference for IT professionals looking to implement these technologies to improve energy efficiency.

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