Faye Thomas Joins Expert Panel on IT Sustainability at Queen’s Business School event: Sustainability 2030 and Beyond
Last week, Queen’s Business School launched its Business Breakfast Insights series with an engaging discussion on Sustainability 2030 and Beyond. Bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts, the event explored the evolving landscape of corporate responsibility and innovative approaches to building a greener future.
Vyta’s Chief Commercial Officer, Faye Thomas, joined a dynamic panel to share her thoughts on promising trends in IT sustainability and insights on how businesses can reduce their carbon emissions and manage their IT effectively. As organisations strive to align their commercial objectives with sustainability, the discussion emphasised the crucial role of responsible IT reuse and education and collaboration among all organisational departments, not just decision makers.
Key Highlights from the Event:
🔹 Keynote by Ambassador David Donoghue – As a key figure behind the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Ambassador Donoghue delivered a compelling address on how businesses can integrate sustainability into their core strategies.
🔹 Expert Panel Discussion – Faye Thomas joined Brian Reid (Deli Lites Ireland), Dr. Laura Steele (QBS), and Ambassador Donoghue in a panel discussion chaired by Professor Michael Alcorn.
Topics covered included:
- The environmental and economic benefits of IT asset reuse
- The journey to B Corp certification and its impact on business operations
- The role of academia in driving corporate sustainability efforts
- The importance of government policy in supporting sustainable business practices
🔹 Interactive Breakout Sessions – Attendees participated in focused discussions on:
- General Sustainability – Strategies for embedding sustainability across industries
- Sustainability Reporting – Best practices for transparent and effective reporting
- Digital Sustainability – Leveraging technology to reduce environmental impact
Shaping the Future of IT Sustainability
The event attracted a diverse audience from the public and private sectors, sustainability organisations, and academia. It fostered valuable discussions, networking, and knowledge sharing, reaffirming the collective responsibility of businesses to lead in sustainability.
At Vyta, sustainability is at the core of everything we do. By offering secure, compliant, and environmentally responsible ITAD solutions, we help businesses reduce their carbon impact while ensuring data security and regulatory compliance.
Looking Ahead
Missed the event? A recording will be available soon.
The next Business Breakfast Insights session is scheduled for 8 May 2025, offering another opportunity to engage with sustainability-driven conversations. Stay tuned for more details!
For insights on how Vyta can support your sustainability goals through ITAD contact us today.
