Sustainable Computing: Pioneering Energy-Efficient Innovations for a Greener Digital Future

Year : 2025 | Volume : 15 | Issue : 02 | Page : 32-45
    By

    V Hans,

  1. Research Professor, Department of Commerce, Srinivas University, Mangalore, Karnataka, India

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Sustainable computing is an emerging field that focuses on developing environmentally responsible and energy-efficient computing technologies. As the global demand for computing power continues to rise, so does the environmental impact of data centers, hardware manufacturing, and energy consumption.This article explores the key principles of sustainable computing, including energy-efficient hardware design, green data centers, and the role of software optimization in reducing energy consumption. We discuss the importance of adopting renewable energy sources, utilizing low-power computing architectures, and implementing effective waste management strategies for electronic devices.Additionally, the article examines the growing need for policymakers, corporations, and academia to collaborate in setting standards and guidelines to promote sustainability in the tech industry. Through these efforts, sustainable computing aims to minimize the environmental footprint of the digital ecosystem while still enabling innovation and meeting the needs of an increasingly connected world.

Keywords: Environmental footprint, digital ecosystem, resource demands, technosphere, sustainable computing

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V Hans. Sustainable Computing: Pioneering Energy-Efficient Innovations for a Greener Digital Future. Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits. 2025; 15(02):32-45.
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Volume 15
Issue 02
Received 15/04/2025
Accepted 30/04/2025
Published 13/05/2025
Publication Time 28 Days
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