| Home | 1. Introduction | 2. History | 3. Methodologies and Benefits | 4. Barriers to Implementation | 5. Conclusion |
Barnhart, B. (n.d.). Cost saving ideas for companies like cloud computing. Retrieved October 1, 2010, from http://ezinearticles.com/?Cost-Saving-Ideas-For-Companies-Like-Cloud-Computing&id=4464946
Ezine article that analyzes cloud computing as an information technology best practice cost saving technique, but argues that many businesses have not implemented cloud computing because they do not understand the technology or recognize the benefits, and thus are losing money unnecessarily. Promotes the position that the greatest barrier to the implementation of cloud computing is that many companies are reluctant to give up control of their assets and resources.
Baroudi, C., Hill, J., & Reinhold, A. (2009). Green IT for Dummies. Hoboken: Wiley
Comprehensive book in the “Dummies” series written in easily understandable terms. The book provides an overview of green IT, addresses what the concept can do for technology, the environment and businesses. It also discusses major components and solutions for green IT, and summarizes how businesses can rollout these technologies and methodologies.
Bush, G. “Strengthening federal environmental, energy, and transportation management.” Executive Order 13423 of January 24, 2007. Retrieved October 3, 2010, from http://www.epa.gov/oaintrnt/practices/eo13423.htm
Federal Executive Order signed by President Bush on January 24, 2007 revokes earlier greening orders and is intended to improve the Federal impact on environment, energy and transportation management. Provides specific instructions for reducing energy intensity, increasing use of renewable energy, reducing water intensity and designing and operating sustainable buildings. Requires all United States Federal agencies to use EPEAT (Electronic Products Environmental Assessment Tool) when purchasing computer systems
Cobourn, B. (2008). Going green: Sustainable growth strategies; Technology Executive Connections, Volume 5. PriceWaterhouseCoopers.
Extensive survey compiled by PriceWaterhouseCoopers, the world’s largest accountancy and professional services firm. The survey presents quantitative findings and analyses from an economic intelligence study conducted around the world. The study examines how concern over climate change is affecting the technology industries, and links to the plans of many companies to meet the demand for environmentally friendly products and services.
Dahan, U., & Model, G. M. (2008). Green computing. The Architect Journal #18. Microsoft.
Publication by Microsoft Corporation’s Platform Architecture Team designed to help refocus IT leaders on efficiency and total cost of ownership in terms of energy and the environment. Provides system recommendations on IT infrastructure system design, data center and server consolidations, applications development and rationalization, virtualization and efficient energy usage.
ENERGY STAR Program requirements for computers, version 4.0. (2006, October). Retrieved October 1, 2010, from http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=revisions.computer_spec
Energy Star is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy that proves recommendations and energy guidelines for electronic products. Started in 1992, the program was revised in 2006 to include more stringent requirements for computer equipment efficiency. The new guidelines particularly advocate power management features on computers.
Epler, Paige. Green computing logo. Created on 11/10/2010 with Adobe Photoshop. Artwork is original and created by me.
Symbol representing green computing, depicting a green-colored Earth with the words "Green Computing" around it. I wanted to create a logo representing green computing, using the color green to represent the environment, and depicting Earth to show that protection of the environment is a global issue. Green computing is a practice that can help protect the environment.
Feretic, Eileen. (2010, July). Green stands for more than money. Baseline,(105), 8. Retrieved October 1, 2010, from ABI/INFORM Trade & Industry. http://www.baselinemag.com/c/a/IT-Management/Green-Means-More-Than-Money-463889/
Advocates the position that green computing is important, but that cost reduction and profit increase should not be the only motivators for companies. Points out that environmental and cultural reasons for green computing are equally as important and should be used to persuade top management to support green initiatives.
Go green, save green: The benefits of eco-friendly computing. (2008). Retrieved October 4, 2010, from http://www.apcmedia.com/salestools/SLAT-7DCQ5J_R0_EN.pdf
Presentation by an energy management company that operates in more than 100 countries worldwide. Discusses benefits of green computing, including cost saving and energy reduction. Provides tips for ecologically-friendly computer use that can be adopted by consumers of companies. Also suggests guideline for recycling and disposal of computer equipment.
Green computing and D-Link: The green movement and specific D-Link solutions reduce detrimental impacts on the environment. (2009, February). Retrieved October 3, 2010, from http://whitepapers.techrepublic.com.com/abstract.aspx?docid=929351
Discussion of information technology methods and solutions that are environmentally-friends, with suggestions as to how a business can migrate to green computing. Also provides overview of history of green computing movement, as well as short analysis of regulations and standards specific to green computing.
Harris, J. (2008). Green computing and green IT best practices on regulations and industry initiatives, virtualization, power management, materials recycling and telecommuting. Brisbane: Emereo Pty Ltd.
Rather than an in-depth analysis of green computing techniques and technologies themselves, provides best practice recommendations, tips and “secrets” centered around how to implement, and be successful, at green computing,. The book is intended for project managers or consultants who are charged with deploying green computing solutions.
Klustner, K. (2008). Top 10 reasons to green IT. Environmental Leader. Retrieved September 29, 2010, from http://www.environmentalleader.com/2008/02/05/top-10-reasons-to-green-it/
Perspective from the chief executive officer of a company that provide enterprise software solutions to reduce energy consumption of PC networks. As to main reasons and benefits of environmentally friendly computing. Stresses that green IT sustainable practices can strengthen a company’s reputation, improve employee morale, deliver cost savings and benefit the environment.
Oltsik, J. (2010, June). What’s needed for cloud computing? Focus on networking and WAN optimization. Milford: Enterprise Strategy Group
Discussion of cloud computing, contrasting vendor marketing hyperbole with realities of the technology. Defines cloud computing, identifies potential benefits and examines the role of network systems and connectivity in terms of deployment of this technology.
Rooney, P. (2010, August). Gartner: Customers still don't get cloud computing. Retrieved October 3, 2010, from http://www.zdnet.com/blog/virtualization/gartner-customers-still-dont-get-cloud-computing/2172
Summary of research study compiled by Gartner, one of the world’s largest information technology research and advisory firms. Analysis states that many corporations still do not grasp the key benefits of cloud computing. These companies do not recognize the cost and energy savings that can be derived from cloud computing, but rather view it solely as an additional measure of IT security.
Stamper, J. (2010, June). The green IT myth. New Statesman, 139(5005), 11. Retrieved September 30, 2010, from ABI/INFORM Global. http://www.newstatesman.com/culturetech/2010/06/co2-energy-google-industry
Article summarizes the position that use of information technology generates greenhouse gas pollution, as well as requiring increased energy consumption. Highlights some quick fixes for individual computer users, but proposes that giants in the IT industry, such as Google and IBM, must lead the way in their own facilities.
Tucci, L. (2008). E-waste: A blight on the environment and a company's good name. Retrieved October 3, 2010, from http://searchcio.techtarget.com/news/1329131/E-waste-A-blight-on-the-environment-and-a-companys-good-name
A technology management strategy article that discusses disposal and recycling of computer equipment (E-waste). Summarizes the adverse impact on the environment of disposal activity, as opposed to recycling. Also points out the dangers of providing used computer equipment to less advanced nations that may have poor environment-related laws. Makes the case for the responsible disposal of E-waste.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Air and Radiation. (2008). Sector collaborative on energy efficiency accomplishments and next steps: A resource of the national action plan for energy efficiency. Washington, DC: Government Printing Office.
Federal report designed for property owners and managers identify cost effective opportunities for increasing energy efficient resources in the five commercial sectors of hospitality, retail, commercial real estate, grocery and municipal. The report describes the barriers to cost-effective energy efficiency, documents how energy savings are valuable investments for participating sectors, and identifies the tools needed for implementation and evaluation of cost-effective energy efficiency measures.
Varon, E. (2007, March). Why green IT is better IT. Retrieved October 3, 2010, from http://www.cio.com/article/100557/Why_Green_IT_is_Better_IT
Article from CIO Magazine that uses a report on global warming issued in by the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change as the basis for advocacy of green IT technology. Highlights green IT issues, particularly in terms of public opinion and governmental regulations. Recommends that companies develop cost-benefit analysis, then start by making data centers more environmentally friendly and energy efficient.
Velte, T., Velte, A., & Elsenpeter, R. (2008). Green IT: Reduce your information system's environmental impact while adding to the bottom line. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Presents roadmap, strategies, justifications and plans for technology and processes used to upgrade information technology infrastructure to more environmentally-friendly components. Includes case studies from major IT organizations.
Visweswaraiah, D. (2010, September). Green IT - No longer a prerogative. Communications Today. Retrieved September 22, 2010, from http://www.communicationstoday.co.in/oct2007/green-it--no-longer-a-prerogative-3019-41.html .
Discusses key green initiatives, and their benefits, from the perspective of an executive of one of the world’s largest suppliers of information infrastructure systems, software and services. Highlights green IT trends, and gives some quick tips for successful strategies.