Green Architecture and Measuring Impact

Building on the foundational knowledge established in the earlier chapters on Sustainable Software Engineering (SSE) and Digital Sobriety principles, this chapter delves deeper into practical outcomes. As we progress, we aim to bridge the gap between theory and practice, focusing on methodologies, software design patterns, and strategic approaches essential for enhancing software applications’ energy efficiency. This endeavor extends beyond merely understanding and minimizing organizations’ digital carbon footprints; it involves creating a comprehensive toolkit and knowledge base for informed decision-making about the environmental impact of digital technologies.

In this chapter, we will explore the following key topics:

• Energy Efficiency in the context of software: We’ll examine how architectural choices impact software’s energy consumption and carbon footprint, underscoring the importance of energy-efficient...