–For solid waste from manufacturing or e-waste processing, chemicals can be stripped out and the remaining by-product used in industrial processes, such as construction. –Where operations generate substantial quantities of waste heat, which can be harmful when discharged into natural environments, that heat can be captured and repurposed for use in the facility or other nearby locations.82, 83 At a minimum, establishing discharge temperature standards can protect the safety of local ecosystems. Examples: Incorporating these actions often offers commercial opportunities. In 2023, TSMC derived ~$40 million in benefit from resource circulation, achieved through a 96% waste recycling rate.84 Meanwhile in Denmark, Microsoft is leveraging surplus data centre heat for district heating.852.8 Invest in pollution rehabilitation –Rehabilitate areas damaged by pollutants and waste by investing in and supporting land and water restoration efforts. –Even with best controls, pollution and waste may still occur; companies can go beyond impact mitigation to true nature positivity. Example: Samsung has launched a partnership with Seatrees, which focuses on restoring marine ecosystems using its own technology in support.86 Utilizing alternative chemicals or gases that are less impactful is an important part of pollution control and is discussed under Action 6. ACTION 3 Tackle non-power operational and embodied GHG emissions Priority actions for greenhouse gas emissions Action Leadership Feasibility Mitigation hierarchy Sub-sector 3.1Monitor processes to identify and prevent potential for greenhouse gas leaks (e.g. CFCs, HFCs).Foundational High Avoid/reduce 3.2Utilize gas scrubbers to capture waste gases and prevent emissions.Leading High Avoid/reduce 3.3Design products with the goal of reducing embodied carbon through minimizing material inputs.Aspirational High Avoid/reduce 3.4Invest in high-quality, verified carbon offset and removal credits to account for any remaining emissions, considering biodiversity and other co-benefits.Leading High Restore/compensate Semiconductors Data centres Hardware Nature Positive: Role of the Technology Sector 34

Nature Positive Role of the Technology Sector 2025