ABSTRACT
Key Points ◾ An overview of what makes an environmentally responsible business is presented. ◾ e translation of Green IT strategies into actionable policies is addressed. ◾ Understanding and insights from survey data are used to shape environmental policies of a
business. ◾ Discusses and analyzes the goals that need to be defined by an organization in order to adopt
green policies. ◾ Addresses the importance of renewable energy sources in practicing Green IT. ◾ Creates an understanding of Green metrics and the applicability of the 5Ms (Measure,
Monitor, Manage, Mitigate, and Monetize) of audit. ◾ Discusses greenhouse gas emission types and their analysis. ◾ Provides a framework for Green IT metrics and their practical relevance to an
organization.
