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CDO Matters Podcast
CDO Matters Ep. 57 | Sustainability in Data
Aug 22, 2024
Malcolm Hawker, CDO of Profisee, dives deep into the sustainability challenges linked to data management. He delves into the growing issue of dark data and its environmental impact. The discussion highlights the significant greenhouse gas emissions from data centers and urges data leaders to rethink data hoarding. By integrating ESG factors and improving governance practices, organizations can enhance sustainability. Malcolm provides practical steps for making data management more eco-friendly, emphasizing the vital role of data leaders in reducing their carbon footprint.
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- Data leaders must adopt sustainable practices to combat the environmental impact of dark data and inefficient storage methods.
- Implementing effective data governance is crucial for organizations to systematically reduce unused data and lower their carbon footprint.
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The Importance of Sustainability in Data Practices
Sustainability in data practices is increasingly recognized as an essential initiative for organizations. Data leaders are encouraged to adopt sustainable practices to improve the longevity of the planet while optimizing their data management. The growth of discussions surrounding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics reinforces the need for data functions to align with sustainability goals, specifically regarding data usage and storage. With significant energy consumption attributed to data centers, there is a growing call for chief data officers to take action in addressing these sustainability challenges.
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