Background

The Conference

GovNet Communications has been following closely the issue of government IT and its associated infrastructure for 10 years. Commenting on this debate - and moving the agenda forward through Government IT magazine and the Annual Government IT Conference - we are now beginning to drill down into specific areas of government IT that will affect the entire public sector in years to come.

To demonstrate the Government's commitment and acceptance at boardroom level of the importance of green IT and sustainable computing initiatives, the Cabinet Office has led public sector Flex; the Environment Agency has made a commitment to go green through future investment in green IT, and at a local level, Nottingham and Manchester are leading the way on projects and initiatives supporting the green IT agenda. With central and local government already making these important changes, this conference will offer a timely opportunity for delegates to understand the future impacts for their own organisations.

As the Government becomes the biggest user of ICT in the UK - spending around £12 billion a year - Government IT Goes Green will take a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities for public sector organisations looking to take a more responsible approach to the environment. The event will pull together the key areas of transformational government and sustainable IT management, and will focus on critical issues including energy efficiency, the increased uptake of mobile working, best value and sustainable procurement practice and the recycling and re-use of electrical equipment.

This is a must attend event for "Green Leaders" looking to create and implement an effective green IT strategy. Offering an array of case studies, an exceptional line up of speakers from organisations including the Department for Work and Pensions and the Environment Agency, and an unparalleled exhibition of over 20 industry providers, Government IT Goes Green is the only place where you can learn more about the steps required to enable your organisation to go green.