Sustainable Computing Initiative
The Sustainable Computing Initiative addresses the environmental footprint of digital technologies, focusing on energy consumption, e-waste, and resource depletion. We develop research and policy recommendations to promote more sustainable practices in the design, development, and deployment of computing systems.
Our Research Areas
AI Energy Footprint
Analyzing the energy consumption of AI models and data centers, and developing strategies for efficiency.
E-Waste Management
Promoting circular economy principles for electronics, including repairability, reuse, and responsible recycling.
Sustainable Hardware & Infrastructure
Investigating eco-friendly materials, manufacturing processes, and energy-efficient data center designs.
Digital Carbon Accounting
Developing methodologies to measure and report the carbon emissions associated with digital services.
Key Initiatives
Green AI Standards Consortium
A multi-stakeholder initiative developing industry standards for measuring and reducing the environmental impact of AI systems.
Circular Electronics Policy Lab
Researching and advocating for policies that promote product longevity, right-to-repair, and responsible e-waste management.
Sustainable Data Center Network
A collaborative project promoting best practices and innovations in energy-efficient and environmentally responsible data center operations.
Digital Carbon Footprint Calculator
Developing open-source tools to help individuals and organizations estimate and reduce their digital carbon emissions.
Get Involved
Join us in building a more environmentally responsible digital future.
- Participate in the Green AI Standards Consortium
- Contribute to the Circular Electronics Policy Lab
- Support our research on sustainable hardware
- Attend our workshops on digital carbon accounting