GREEN COMPUTING – BALANCING INNOVATION WITH SUSTAINABILITY
Keywords:
green computing, sustainability, energy efficiency, environmentAbstract
As we stand at the intersection of rapid technological advancement and an escalating environmental crisis, it is impossible to ignore the critical role that computing plays in both the solution and the problem. While innovations in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data science have revolutionized industries, they have also placed immense pressure on the environment. Green computing, a paradigm that focuses on reducing the environmental impact of technology, has emerged as an essential area of concern. The challenge now is finding a balance between fostering innovation and ensuring sustainability.
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