Why IT is the Hidden Giant of Corporate Emissions

When it comes to climate action, Scope 3 is where the real challenge lies. Up to 95% of an organisation’s total greenhouse gas emissions fall into this category, and between 30% and 70% of those emissions come directly from IT. Despite this scale, ITs impact often remains overlooked, hidden behind day-to-day operations and short-term procurement decisions.

Every device has a footprint. From the extraction of raw materials and the manufacture of laptops, servers, and printers, to global transportation, daily energy consumption, and eventual disposal, IT contributes significantly to an organisation’s environmental impact. The numbers are stark: in 2022, the world produced 62 million tonnes of e-waste. By 2030, this figure is expected to rise to 82 million tonnes, making IT a fast-growing driver of both emissions and waste.

Choosing to ignore IT Scope 3 emissions is no longer viable. Regulatory frameworks are evolving quickly, with increasing scrutiny on transparency and reporting. Financial risks are mounting as energy prices rise, and inefficiencies remain unchecked. Reputational risks are growing as stakeholders and customers expect visible, verifiable progress on sustainability. The cost of inaction is simply too high.

There is, however, a better way forward. By addressing IT Scope 3 directly, organisations can achieve hidden cost savings, extend the lifecycle of their assets, and demonstrate measurable progress on carbon reduction. Sustainability is no longer a compliance exercise; it is a strategic advantage when supported by accurate, actionable data.

That is where COzPro provides unique value. Designed and built by KA2, COzPro transforms raw IT asset data into sustainability intelligence that is clear, verifiable, and actionable. It enables IT, procurement, and sustainability teams to work together with confidence, turning complex Scope 3 data into decisions that reduce emissions, cut costs, and minimise waste.

The IT footprint is too big to ignore.

This September, we will unveil the next evolution of COzPro: End-to-End IT Sustainability Intelligence.