The advance of digitalisation is leading to an exponential increase in energy consumption in the field of information and communication technology (ICT). This is already causing emissions comparable to those of air traffic worldwide. For this reason, the development of software plays a key role, as it has a significant impact on electricity and resource consumption. Green coding offers a promising solution to meet these challenges. The aim of the study is to identify obstacles and develop concrete measures to establish sustainable practices. The study examines not only the technical feasibility, but also the organisational and political framework conditions.
dena conducted extensive literature research and surveys with experts and the general public in an effort to analyse green coding. The study examines existing scientific work, identifies challenges and researches solutions for optimised software development and use.
dena conducted extensive literature research and surveys with experts and the general public in an effort to analyse green coding. The study examines existing scientific work, identifies challenges and researches solutions for optimised software development and use.
The approach includes:
The development of a standardised definition of green coding
The evaluation of technical and organisational measures
The formulation of concrete recommendations for action for politicians, educational institutions and companies
dena presents the results in detailed reports and recommendations for action.
