Environmentally Responsible Use of Computers and its Sustainable Benefits
Standing
Undergraduate
Type of Proposal
Oral Research Presentation
Challenges Theme
Open Challenge
Faculty Sponsor
N/A
Proposal
Sustainability in computer science refers to the environmentally responsible use and disposal of computers and the design of systems, software, and services that use resources efficiently and have a minimal impact on the environment. In this paper, we explore the key challenges and opportunities related to sustainability in computer science. We begin by discussing the environmental impact of computing, including the energy consumption of data centers and the impact of the manufacturing of electronic devices. We then examine how individuals and organizations can promote sustainability in computer science, including adopting energy-efficient technologies and practices, responsible disposal of electronic devices, and designing energy-efficient systems and software. Finally, we discuss the role of policy and regulation in promoting sustainability in the technology industry.
Grand Challenges
Viable, Healthy and Safe Communities
Environmentally Responsible Use of Computers and its Sustainable Benefits
Sustainability in computer science refers to the environmentally responsible use and disposal of computers and the design of systems, software, and services that use resources efficiently and have a minimal impact on the environment. In this paper, we explore the key challenges and opportunities related to sustainability in computer science. We begin by discussing the environmental impact of computing, including the energy consumption of data centers and the impact of the manufacturing of electronic devices. We then examine how individuals and organizations can promote sustainability in computer science, including adopting energy-efficient technologies and practices, responsible disposal of electronic devices, and designing energy-efficient systems and software. Finally, we discuss the role of policy and regulation in promoting sustainability in the technology industry.