Green computing or Green IT, refers to environmentally sustainable computing or IT. In the article Harnessing Green IT: Principles and Practices, San Murugesan defines the field of green computing as "the study and practice of designing, manufacturing, using, and disposing of computers, servers, and associated subsystems—such as monitors, printers, storage devices, and networking and communications systems—efficiently and effectively with minimal or no impact on the environment.
The Benefits:
Green IT benefits include:
- Reduce the use of hazardous materials
- Maximize energy efficiency
- Promote the recyclability
Business Needs and Challenges:
- Infrastructure and Security
- Business Technology
- Sustainable IT
- Technology Transformation
- Cost Optimization
- Global Sourcing
- Cloud Computing
