A Framework for Developing Green IT Literacy Among IT Professionals
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This article introduces a conceptual framework for developing Green IT literacy (GITL) among IT professionals, which has not been extensively explored in existing academic literature. The proposed framework, known as the GITL Canvas Framework, comprises four key processes: 1) identifying the critical factors that drive the development of green information technology (GIT) within organizations, grounded in a practical-based theory (PBV), 2) mapping the GITL competencies of IT professionals across the entire IT lifecycle, 3) distributing the characteristics of GIT factors from within the organization to GITL throughout the IT lifecycle, and 4) synthesizing GITL competencies based on the KSA Model at each phase of the IT lifecycle. Successful implementation of this framework requires strong commitment and active participation from leadership, along with the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes among personnel to effectively transition the organization towards green IT practices. The contributions of this article include extending the framework to develop research tools for measuring GITL among IT professionals, applying the framework as a guide to enhance the development of IT personnel in support of GIT adoption, and contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production, and Goal 13: Climate action.
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