1. By,
G. Rajalakshmi,
S. Rajeswari.

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Introduction
Why Green Computing?
Pathways to Green Computing
Goals of Green Computing
Advantages of Green Computing
Current trends in Green Computing
Experience Report
Best - Practices
Conclusion

3. • Green computing is the study and practice of using computing
resources efficiently.
• It can be described as the environmentally responsible usage
of computer systems and related resources.
• It defines as
 Designing
 Manufacturing
 Disposing of computers
 Servers
Associated subsystems

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Save Money.
Save energy.
Save in cooling.
Reduce carbon emissions.
Save space in server room
and desktop.

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Green Use.
Green Disposal.
Green Design.
Green
Manufacturing.

6.  Cut down the amount of energy used.
 Minimize the harmful materials.
 Biodegradable materials.
 Extend as far as possible the life of
the equipment.

7.  Reduce Energy Usage.
 Conserving Resources.
 Reduces The Risk.
 Saving The Energy.
 Saving The Planet.

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E-Waste Recycling.
Energy Consumption/Energy Efficiency.
Data Center.
IT Products and eco-labeling.

10. • Buy "Energy Star" labeled desktops monitors, laptops,
and printers.

11. • Put laptops in "sleep" mode when not in use.

12. • Turn OFF computers and other equipment when not
in use.

13. • E-cycling is generally practiced to reduce the amount
of electronic components that are discarded when
users purchase new components.

14. • Buy the new "Smart Strip" power strip.
• The Smart Strip actually senses how much power
your computer peripherals use.

15. • Print smart or don’t print at all. Don’t waste papers.
• Use E-Mail services and File sharing technology for
Communication.

16. • Proper use of the system devices like the monitors.
• Instead of using the CRT monitor you can adapt the
LCD.

17. • Electronic Waste:
 Use the campus network where
possible to transfer files.
 Use USB memory sticks instead
of CDs, DVDs, or floppies.
Use re-writable CDs and DVDs.

18. • Green business opportunities provide consumers with
ecologically sound products and services.
• The greenest computer will not miraculously fall
from the sky one day; it’ll be the product of years of
improvements.