Sustainable IT Talks: with Ola & Allard

What happens to a device once it reaches the end of its lease? Is it really the end of its useful life, or could it have a second one? 

In this episode of Sustainable IT Talks, hosts Allard Pheifer (CHG-MERIDIAN) and Ola Fagerström (Microsoft Sweden) are joined by Gisle Andersen from CHG-MERIDIAN’s Technology Center in Skien, Norway, to explore what happens to IT equipment after it leaves its first user.

The conversation looks at why giving technology a second life matters, what happens during the refurbishment process, and how devices can be prepared for their next chapter.

But when it comes to enterprise technology, refurbished does not simply mean “used.” So how can refurbished technology meet enterprise standards? What does it take to ensure quality, security, reliability and performance, and give organizations confidence in technology that has already had a previous life?

As always, the discussion is open, practical and unscripted, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the technology lifecycle and what a more circular approach to IT can look like in practice.

Sustainable IT Talks is sponsored by CHG-MERIDIAN, but the discussions, opinions and insights are entirely those of the participants.

What does sustainable computing actually mean in practice?

In this episode of Sustainable IT Talks, hosts Allard Pheifer (CHG-MERIDIAN) and Ola Fagerström (Microsoft Sweden) take a closer look at how we can reduce the environmental impact of IT, and what sustainable computing really involves.

The conversation explores how organizations can minimize the footprint of their IT, while also navigating one of today’s biggest questions: what role does AI play in all of this?

They discuss whether AI can support more sustainable ways of working, or if it also comes with hidden environmental costs. Should we be more conscious about when and how we use AI?

As always, the discussion is open, honest and unscripted, breaking down complex topics into practical reflections from everyday work in IT and sustainability.

Sustainable IT Talks is sponsored by CHG-MERIDIAN, but the discussions, opinions and insights are entirely those of the participants.

Sustainability is everywhere in today’s business conversations – but what does it actually mean in practice?

In this episode of Sustainable IT Talks, hosts Allard Pheifer (CHG-MERIDIAN) and Ola Fagerström (Microsoft Sweden) are joined by Victor Norberg from 2050 Consulting to unpack some of the biggest misconceptions around sustainability. Together they explore how the word “sustainability” has become a buzzword that can sometimes create polarization rather than progress. The conversation dives into why sustainability should not only be seen as a cost or compliance exercise, but as a way to create long-term value, reduce risks, and make better business decisions.

This podcast is sponsored by CHG-MERIDIAN, but the discussions, opinions and insights are entirely Ola and Allard’s own - unfiltered, unscripted and straight from the heart. Just two sustainability geeks, some coffee and a mission to make IT greener!

What happens when you put two passionate sustainability advocates and one microphone in a room? 🎙️

You get Sustainable IT Talks: with Ola and Allard – a podcast where sustainability meets IT in a refreshingly honest way.

Join Allard, Group Sustainability Lead at CHG-MERIDIAN, and Ola, Technical Specialist at Microsoft Sweden, as they dive into the latest trends, laws, standards, and challenges within Sustainable IT. From green procurement to circular economy strategies, they’ll break down how companies can improve their IT sustainability footprint - without the corporate jargon, but with plenty of chats, laughs and the occasional nerdy deep dive.

This podcast is sponsored by CHG-MERIDIAN, but the discussions, opinions and insights are entirely Ola and Allard’s own - unfiltered, unscripted and straight from the heart. Just two sustainability geeks, some coffee and a mission to make IT greener!