Analyst Report

The State of ESG & Sustainability Commitment in IT
A 2026 Overview

 

Align your IT lifecycle management with sustainability and compliance.

Sustainability across technology lifecycle management is no longer about intention; it is about demonstrated commitment, execution, measurement, and accountability. According to the Enterprise Strategy Group, 99% of IT leaders report that the ESG programs of potential suppliers influence their IT purchasing decisions.

ESG priorities now directly impact IT lifecycle decisions, from procurement strategy and vendor selection to deployment, refresh planning, and long-term business resilience—as scrutiny increases around energy efficiency, carbon metrics, compliance risk exposure, and end-of-life practices.

Explore this report to understand how leaders like you can align technology lifecycle management with regulatory pressure, stakeholder expectations, and climate-driven business risk in 2026, turning ESG from a reporting requirement into a practical, operational advantage.

Inside the report, you’ll learn:

  • Why sustainability ranks as a top strategic planning driver for IT leaders
  • What 2026 demands across carbon reduction, circular IT practices, energy efficiency, and compliance
  • Why IT asset management, lifecycle accountability, and responsible disposal are critical to ESG programs
  • What buyers expect from partners in certifications, governance, and transparency
  • How organizations can reduce environmental impact while improving accountability and value recovery

Access the full report to gain analyst-led insights on ESG, sustainability, and IT asset lifecycle strategy for 2026.

Additionally, learn how Zones’ sustainability commitments help organizations reduce environmental impact, meet compliance expectations, and recover value from end-of-life technology. The report highlights Zones’ IT asset lifecycle approach, responsible logistics, R2v3-certified end-of-life management, and ISO-certified quality and environmental management systems, supporting ESG goals without compromising operational excellence.