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The rising energy and environmental cost of the artificial-intelligence boom is fuelling concern. Green policy mechanisms that already exist offer a path towards a solution.

AI and cryptocurrency workloads are driving up demand

Alors que les ressources en eau s'amenuisent sur Terre, les géants de la Tech n'hésitent pas à ouvrir les vannes pour faire marcher leurs centres de données.

Dans l’ACV comparative réalisée avec Hubblo, nous nous sommes demandé comment limiter l’impact des mails.

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We share the lessons that have informed our new project, carbon.txt - a project to make sustainability data discoverable online.

Anticipating astronomical compute-intensive AI workloads, hyperscalers and heavy data center operators are turning to energy providers for nuclear-fueled solutions in a ‘global arms race for power … like nothing we have ever seen before.’

This post covers the changes made in version 4 of the Sustainable Web Design Model, and how those affect the estimation results for those using this methodology.

L'IA représente déjà environ 5 % des impacts des centres informatiques.

Cross-post from the Cloud Native Sustainability blog by Antonio di Turi, Imma Valls, Kristina Devochko, Leonard Pahlke, Niki Manoledaki, Ross Fairbanks Cloud computing has a significant environmental…

Around third of existing carbon credits have failed to meet criteria for a new standard that aims to serve as the global benchmark for the voluntary carbon market, its board said on Tuesday.

As technology increasingly permeates every aspect of our lives and shapes our societies, it becomes of utmost importance to ensure that this transformative change is happening sustainably. Ultimately the choices we make in the realm of digitalization can either exacerbate environmental degradation and inequality or serve as a catalyst for positive change. UNEP’s work on sustainable digitalization aims at mitigating the negative environmental and social impacts from digital technologies and their supply chains. Our vision: Sustainable Digital Technologies by Design In the domain of sustainable digital transformation, two primary aspects are: 1. Digitalization for Sustainability emphasizes the proactive development and use of digital tools to achieve environmental targets, leveraging the potential of technology to foster positive outcomes for both the environment and its inhabitants. 2. Sustainable Digitalization involves encouraging the development and use of technologies with sustainability considerations in mind, i.e. sustainability by design. This ensures that technological advancements prioritize ethical considerations and environmental sustainability throughout their lifecycle. In essence, digital advancements should be pursued with sustainability in mind, and our quest for environmental sustainability can be greatly augmented by embracing these advancements. Why does it matter? Sustainable digitalization is the compass that guides us toward a future where technology empowers society while minimizing its environmental footprint. By embracing sustainable practices in our digital endeavours, we can ensure a more equitable distribution of benefits and reduce our impact on the planet, ultimately leading to a better quality of life for all. Facts Explore key insights about digital sustainability: Environmental impact: The information and technology sector contributes nearly 4 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions, a figure on par with the aviation industry. Carbon footprint: The energy sector is currently responsible for a staggering 40 per cent of carbon emissions worldwide, equivalent to 13.6 gigatons of carbon dioxide equivalent. This figure is expected to rise, driven in part by the increasing demand resulting from digitalization. E-waste: The world generates a staggering 50 million tonnes of electronic waste annually, with only a meager 20 per cent of this e-waste being recycled. Dual impact of digitalization: While closing the digital divide by 2030 is a laudable goal, it is crucial to recognize that digital technologies can have counterproductive effects on the Sustainable Development Goals. This includes promoting consumption, exacerbating environmental impacts, deepening the digital divide, disrupting labour markets, and consolidating power among a select few over the majority. Balancing positive impacts with the mitigation of negative consequences is imperative for sustainable progress. What we do Digital4Sustainability Learning Path  This free of charge e-learning path explores the transformational role digital solutions and innovations can play in advancing environmental and social sustainability, in particular, how digital technologies power the green transition and how to secure a green digital transition. Playing for the Planet Alliance The alliance is a UNEP collaboration with 30 of the world’s largest video game companies to insert green nudges and activations into video games. The initiative reaches 1.2 billion people monthly and includes action to reduce the carbon footprint of the video game industry. Related Nature Action; Climate Action; Pollution Action Contact UNEP-Digital Transformation

Member post originally published on the Mia-platform blog by Graziano Casto The information and communication technology sector alone contributes around 1.4% of global emissions…

Chicago agency Mightybytes show how digital governance can help organizations build capacity while also improving sustainability initiatives.

Taiwan plans to rapidly increase its industrial production capacity of electronic components while concurrently setting policies for its ecological transition. Given that the island is responsible fo...

Fresh evidence published by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) confirms the unsuitability of carbon offsetting to meet emissions targets, echoing the findings of a new Carbon Market Watch study that casts doubt over the fairness of financial flows in the voluntary carbon market (VCM).

Now that the three biggest cloud providers have released their environmental data, the head of the Green Software Foundation's Real Time Cloud project weighs in.

As part of its partnership with the ADCA, APL has published a white paper entitled ‘Climate Change, an Opportunity to Build Green DCs in Africa?’.

In today's environmentally conscious production and consumption landscapes, availability of accurate and trustworthy information regarding the environmental impacts of products and organizations plays a pivotal role in decision-making of businesses and consumers.

2.-0 LCA consultants provide better decision-making for sustainable development with life cycle assessment

We help you understand the main principles of eco-design and identify your levers for action.