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Green Computing is a sustainable approach aimed at reducing the environmental impact of technology through energy-efficient practices and eco-friendly designs. Key strategies include the use of low-power hardware, cloud computing, and renewable energy, though challenges such as high costs and lack of awareness hinder widespread adoption. The document emphasizes the need for innovative solutions and regulatory support to promote sustainable computing and mitigate the ecological footprint of the IT sector.

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green computing (abstract & problem statement)

Green Computing is a sustainable approach aimed at reducing the environmental impact of technology through energy-efficient practices and eco-friendly designs. Key strategies include the use of low-power hardware, cloud computing, and renewable energy, though challenges such as high costs and lack of awareness hinder widespread adoption. The document emphasizes the need for innovative solutions and regulatory support to promote sustainable computing and mitigate the ecological footprint of the IT sector.

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Name : KM Thanupriya

USN : 1RR21IS058

GREEN COMPUTING: A Sustainable Approach to Technology

ABSTRACT:

In the era of rapid technological advancement, Green Computing has emerged as


a crucial approach to minimizing the environmental impact of computing
technologies. Green computing, also known as sustainable computing, focuses on
designing, using, and disposing of computing systems in an eco-friendly manner. It
aims to reduce energy consumption, carbon emissions, and electronic waste (e-
waste) while maintaining optimal performance.

Key strategies in green computing include energy-efficient hardware, cloud


computing, virtualization, proper e-waste recycling, and renewable energy
adoption in data centers. Organizations worldwide are shifting towards low-power
processors, biodegradable materials, and AI-driven energy management to
enhance sustainability. Additionally, the integration of solar and wind energy into
IT infrastructure is helping reduce the reliance on fossil fuels.

Despite its benefits, green computing faces challenges such as high initial costs,
the need for widespread corporate adoption, and technical limitations in
power-efficient computing. However, with advancements in AI, quantum
computing, and sustainable IT policies, green computing is set to play a
transformative role in shaping a more environmentally responsible digital future.
PROBLEM STATEMENT:

The rapid expansion of digital technologies has led to a significant increase in


energy consumption, carbon emissions, and electronic waste (e-waste).
Traditional computing infrastructures, including data centers, personal devices, and
enterprise systems, heavily rely on non-renewable energy sources, contributing to
environmental degradation and climate change. Additionally, inefficient resource
utilization and the short lifespan of electronic devices exacerbate the issue of e-
waste, posing serious disposal and recycling challenges.

Despite the potential benefits of green computing, such as reduced energy costs
and lower environmental impact, widespread adoption is hindered by high
implementation costs, lack of awareness, and the need for compatibility with
existing systems. Many organizations and users prioritize performance and cost
over sustainability, further delaying the transition to eco-friendly computing
solutions.

The challenge lies in developing energy-efficient computing practices,


sustainable IT policies, and eco-friendly hardware designs that balance
performance, cost, and environmental responsibility. Addressing these issues
requires innovative green technologies, regulatory frameworks, and industry-
wide efforts to promote sustainable computing and reduce the IT sector’s
ecological footprint.

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