Under the patronage of the President of the Northern Technical University, Professor Dr. Alia Abbas Ali Al-Attar,

And under the supervision of the Dean of the Technical Engineering College of Kirkuk, Assistant Professor Dr. Sami Redha Aslan,

Within the activities of the Sustainable Development Program of the Quality Assurance Department in the Presidency of the Northern Technical University and in cooperation with the Quality Assurance and Performance Evaluation Division and the Department of Computer Engineering Technology

The Technical Engineering College of Kirkuk holds a symposium entitled Green Computing and its Role in Achieving Sustainable Development
Presented at the symposium
Assistant Professor Dr. Ann Zaki Ablahad, a lecturer in the Department of Computer Engineering Technology

The symposium included

In light of the rapid technological progress and increased reliance on computing in various fields, it has become necessary to search for sustainable and environmentally friendly technological solutions. Green Computing is an approach that aims to reduce the environmental impact resulting from the use of computers and digital systems by improving energy efficiency, recycling devices, and developing environmentally friendly software.
Objective of the seminar:
This seminar aims to highlight the importance of green computing in reducing the carbon footprint of the IT sector, and to review the latest innovations and technologies that contribute to achieving environmental sustainability. It also aims to raise awareness among individuals and institutions about the importance of adopting green computing practices in their daily work.
The concept of green computing:
Green computing includes all efforts aimed at reducing energy consumption, safely disposing of electronic waste, and designing devices and software that contribute to reducing the negative environmental impact. This includes developing effective cooling technologies for data centers, using renewable energy sources, and implementing policies for the optimal use of devices.
Green computing objectives:
– Reducing energy consumption in data centers and offices.
– Recycling and managing electronic waste in a sustainable manner.
– Encouraging the use of highly energy efficient devices.
– Raising awareness about the impact of information technology on the environment.
– Supporting research and innovation in the field of sustainable technology.
Relationship of green computing to sustainable development goals:
Green computing directly contributes to achieving the seventh goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (clean and affordable energy) by reducing energy consumption and enhancing the efficiency of its use. It also contributes to Goal 13 (Climate Action) by reducing carbon emissions from the technology sector, and Goal 12 (Responsible Production and Consumption) by recycling electronic devices and managing their waste in safe ways.

Results and Recommendations:
– Encouraging companies and institutions to adopt green computing strategies.
– Supporting research and development in the field of renewable energy technologies used in data centers.
– Raising community awareness about the importance of proper disposal of electronic devices.
– Stimulating innovation in environmentally friendly software and digital solutions.

Conclusion:
Green computing is one of the important solutions to address the environmental challenges resulting from technological development, and plays a vital role in achieving sustainable development. By adopting more sustainable practices in the field of information technology, we can contribute to building a greener and more environmentally friendly future.