Digital Carbon Footprint
In today’s digital era, the environmental implications of software development and digital operations have become a significant concern. As we increasingly rely on digital solutions, the adverse environmental effects of these operations are also amplifying. Throughout this book, we will explore the impact of software on climate change, establishing a link between energy consumption and software development. Our ultimate aim is to deepen our understanding of how software contributes to climate change and lay the groundwork for assessing the environmental impact of digital operations.
In this chapter, we will cover the following main topics:
- The environmental implications of digital operations and their adverse effects on the environment
- How energy consumption can serve as a proxy for measuring the environmental impact of digital activities
- The concept of the “digital carbon footprint,” a crucial metric for quantifying...
