IT can, and certainly must, be the ones to spearhead energy-savings throughout the enterprise as the price of energy continues to rise through the next quarter-century. “In the coming years, IT could take the lead on saving energy, using its vast knowledge of the company’s networks, equipment, work processes, and facilities. IT shops that have embraced the green-tech religion can transform that passion into something that will resonate, and pick up support, where it counts: in the executive boardroom,” Betsy Harter writes. “Energy-smart IT leadership can ensure the company remains in the black for the long term.” Here’s how to fight that reality from cutting into the bottom line: Tech’s looming battle against rising energy costs. Technology Industry