Marjolein Pordon

It's not easy being green

What if your code's carbon footprint was a performance metric? Discover how building greener software leads to faster, more efficient applications.

It's not easy being green
#1about 4 minutes

The hidden carbon footprint of digital activities

Digital actions like sending emails or using social media have a significant CO2 footprint, comparable to driving to the moon daily.

#2about 5 minutes

Major initiatives driving green software development

An overview of key organizations like UNEP, the Green Software Foundation, and the Digital SME Alliance that promote sustainable practices in tech.

#3about 4 minutes

Team roles and responsibilities in sustainable software

Each role in a development team, from architect to tester, has a unique part to play in building energy-efficient and sustainable applications.

#4about 7 minutes

Frameworks for understanding software sustainability

Use the ISO lifecycle assessment and the five pillars of sustainability to create a holistic view of your product's environmental and business impact.

#5about 8 minutes

Applying the Greensoft model in agile workflows

Integrate sustainability into daily work by using the Greensoft model and updating agile artifacts like the definition of ready and done.

#6about 7 minutes

The performance benefits of building green software

Building energy-efficient software not only benefits the environment but also improves application performance through faster response times and lower page weight.

#7about 4 minutes

The dual role of AI in the climate crisis

AI presents both a challenge due to its high energy consumption and an opportunity for solving climate issues by optimizing data and processes.

#8about 8 minutes

Creating a greener workplace through shared responsibility

A sustainable workplace requires a partnership between employers and employees, using arguments beyond just environment, like economic and social benefits.

#9about 13 minutes

Practical tips and common pitfalls for going green

Start with small, impactful changes like using public transport and celebrating small wins, while being mindful of pitfalls like lack of commitment.

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