Green Software Foundation’s Post

Buying carbon offsets is not enough to make a difference – one must ask “how to make #software itself emit less [carbon]?” says Green Software Foundation's Chairperson Sanjay Podder.   He shares insights on how businesses and the public sector can reduce #digital emissions from the start of the software lifecycle process.♻️   To learn more, read the article here:

🌍 The UK’s ambitious net-zero target by 2050 has put carbon accounting under the spotlight. Advanced technologies are now enabling companies like Microsoft to reduce their carbon emissions by 6% annually through AI-driven energy optimisation. Yet, SMEs often struggle to access these tools. How is your business tackling its carbon footprint? Contribute to our discussion below, and discover how Fewton's accessible carbon calculation tools can help you accurately measure and manage your emissions, aligning with both regulatory requirements and consumer expectations. #CarbonAccounting #EmissionsReduction #SustainableTech #Fewton

Google's 2024 Environmental Report showcases the company’s commitment to sustainability through AI and clean energy initiatives. Highlights include AI-driven fuel-efficient routing saving 2.9 million metric tons of GHG emissions, 90% carbon-free energy in 10 regions, and replenishing 1 billion gallons of water. Google’s sixth-generation TPUs are 67% more energy-efficient, and their data centers achieve a power usage effectiveness of 1.10. Despite a 13% rise in GHG emissions due to increased data center usage, Google aims for net-zero emissions by 2030. For more details, visit [ESG News](https://lnkd.in/dB6aztFF)

Transitioning to clean energy is akin to rewriting a book - it requires careful planning, thoughtful execution, and consideration of existing chapters. A measured approach allows us to learn from past experiences, adapt existing systems, and write a new chapter in our energy story with a focus on sustainability and progress. Voting is a powerful tool! Make your voice heard and request your early ballot form: bit.ly/3IGAThH #affordableenergy #customerfocused #saltriverproject

#Decarbonization is a key focus for the world's largest technology companies, but it doesn't stop with their operations (i.e., their Scope 1 & 2 emissions). The Wall Street Journal recently reported that starting in its 2025 fiscal year, Microsoft is requiring “select scale, high-volume suppliers to use 100% #carbonfree electricity by 2030” for goods and services delivered to Microsoft, as part of an overall update to the company’s Supplier Code of Conduct. This is a seismic shift in how a technology company works to decarbonize. New carbon disclosure rules like the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (#CSRD) and California's Senate Bill 253 (#sb253), are requiring disclosure of a company's carbon footprint including Scope 3. Moving beyond disclosure to reducing Scope 3 emissions requires #cleanenergy to be sourced up and down a company's value chain--and significantly raises the importance of procuring decarbonization solutions in the areas your suppliers operate.

Does green software really exist? 🍀 We are all aware of how important it is to stop polluting our planet. When it comes to green software, the focus on efficiency and the transition to renewable energy plays a big role! However, is it really possible to run software sustainably? 🤔 Digitization of our lives seems to be a good thing for our planet, after all, it saves us resources such as paper and fuel. But do we realize how many resources are needed to make the digital economy work? 🙌 Or is it not about resources and energy, but about our priorities? If our planet is on your mind, check out the blog post. There we show green software from a completely different side! 👉 https://lnkd.in/dz3_xsHx #GreenSoftware #environment #sustainability #climateChange

Sustainable software development involves 8 principles guiding engineers to minimize carbon emissions. We need to focus on efficient resource use ♻️, minimalistic design 🌱, renewable energy ☀️, lifecycle considerations 🔄, continuous optimization 📈, transparency 🔍, collaboration 🤝, and long-term impact assessment 🌍. By adhering to these principles, we can significantly reduce the environmental footprint of the apps we create! #SustainableTech #GreenCoding 🌿

Carbon accounting processes are taking center stage as companies integrate carbon as ledger items on financial statements to align with customer needs, regulatory compliance, and financial performance goals. Is your organization prepared for this significant shift? In a notable move, the tech giant based in Redmond, Wash., pledged to achieve carbon negativity by 2030 and is making strides towards this commitment. However, challenges persist, particularly with a 31% increase in Scope 3 emissions over the past year. Microsoft's focused efforts led to a 6.3% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2020, showcasing a dedicated approach to sustainability. Addressing Scope 3 emissions will be pivotal in reaching overarching sustainability objectives. Our company specializes in automating decarbonization management processes within the construction supply chain. By consolidating energy, water, materials, equipment, services, and operational data, we enhance data accuracy, measure Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, optimize operational efficiencies, and drive down CapEx/OpEx costs. Let's talk. #CarbonEmissions #Sustainability #ClimateAction #DigitalTwins

🌍 Achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7—Affordable & Clean Energy—requires all hands on deck. Global collaboration across sectors is the key to making this a reality! 💡 We are proud to be a part of the 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy Compact which unites a worldwide community, committed to speeding up access to carbon-free energy for everyone 🔋⚡ Now is the time to get back on track and Power Up Progress! The 24/7 Carbon Free Energy Compact produced a short hype video, shedding light on the urgent need to scale clean energy solutions globally. 🔌 Supporting energy security and equity is more critical than ever—for people 🧑🏿🤝🧑🏽 and the planet 🌍. 🎥 Check out the video and join the movement: https://lnkd.in/g3u5bSqt #GoCarbonFree #SDG7 #SustainableDevelopment #247CFE #CleanEnergy

A company's worth isn't just measured by its products or its size - it's measured by its values. Google's solutions aim to make the world a better place for everyone, and that includes operating our business in a sustainable way and using the power of technology to help the environment. The Google Environmental Report 2024 provides an overview of our efforts to use AI efficiently and transparently, and to be ecosystem-conscious in our day-to-day operations. From reducing the energy needed to train AI models by up to 100 times, to identifying climate-friendly cooling solutions, to asking our largest hardware manufacturing suppliers to commit to 100% renewable energy, our goal is clear: to be a force for good on the planet. Our actions matter. Read them in the Report here: https://bit.ly/4bLEpTX #GoogleCloud #EnvironmentalReport #Sustainability