Sustainable Tech Flashcards
What are Sustainable Technologies in Information Systems?
Sustainable technologies in I.S. are innovations designed to reduce environmental impact, optimize energy consumption, and promote long-term ecological sustainability in IT operations.
What are examples of sustainable technology innovations?
Green Data Centers: Facilities optimized for energy efficiency (e.g., Google Cloud).
Edge Computing: Reduces energy use by processing data locally (e.g., Barcelona Smart Traffic System).
Green Blockchain: Energy-efficient blockchain solutions (e.g., IBM Food Trust for supply chain optimization).
Virtual Desktop Interfaces (VDI): Reduces hardware waste and energy consumption.
How do sustainable technologies benefit individuals?
Lower household energy costs (e.g., solar panels, smart thermostats).
Increased access to eco-friendly digital services.
How do sustainable technologies benefit organizations?
Reduced operational costs through energy-efficient infrastructure.
Enhanced brand reputation and compliance with sustainability policies.
Increased resilience by reducing dependence on finite resources.
How do sustainable technologies benefit society?
Preserves natural resources for future generations.
Creates jobs in green technology industries.
Reduces carbon emissions through energy-efficient IT solutions.
What are the competing technologies?
Green Data Centers vs. Traditional Data Centers: Traditional data centers use large amounts of fossil fuel-generated electricity.
Edge Computing vs. Centralized Computing: Centralized computing requires more energy for data transmission.
Green Blockchain vs. Proof-of-Work (PoW) Blockchain: PoW blockchain (e.g., Bitcoin) consumes massive amounts of energy.
Virtual Desktop Interfaces vs. Traditional Workstations: Traditional workstations have shorter lifespans and higher energy consumption.
What industries benefit the most from sustainable I.S. technologies?
Tech & Finance: Green data centers help reduce energy-intensive operations.
Manufacturing & HVAC: Edge computing optimizes processes for energy savings.
Retail & Supply Chain Management: Green blockchain enables efficient logistics tracking.
What are the main challenges of sustainable technology adoption?
High implementation costs: Small businesses may struggle to afford energy-efficient IT solutions.
Operational complexity: Transitioning to sustainable I.S. requires specialized expertise.
E-waste management: Frequent hardware upgrades lead to disposal challenges.
What are the ethical and security concerns of sustainable I.S.?
Algorithmic biases: AI-driven systems may create inequities in decision-making.
Digital divide: Access to sustainable I.S. solutions is limited in some regions.
Privacy risks: Increased digital monitoring can lead to surveillance concerns.
Cybersecurity threats: Energy-efficient infrastructures must maintain strong security measures.
What is the future outlook for sustainable technologies in I.S.?
Increased regulatory requirements for energy-efficient IT infrastructure.
Wider adoption of AI-driven sustainability solutions.
Advancements in energy-efficient data storage and computing power.
