An Imperative Exists to Embrace Energy-Efficient Systems and Sustainable Computing Practices as Crucial Measures to Mitigate the Hazardous Impact of Climate Change

Abstract

The technological and social advancement demands for an escalated usage of information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in educational and social spheres. This revolutionary change is the major contributor towards global warming and carbon footprint issue. Climate change activists have often concentrated on cutting emissions in sectors such as automotive, energy, and aviation. It's imperative to address sustainability within the educational sector as well. Various standards and practices are available to tackle these challenges. Green computing is taking an edge over its counterparts to provide a vital solution to this concern. This paper delves into the adverse impact of the surging usage of ICT in the educational sector and explores current protective measures and standards to tackle the same using a comparative analysis. It underscores the significance of transitioning to green computing practices and sustainability to mitigate the hazardous impacts of climate change.