Demystifying cloud carbon footprints
The surging popularity of cloud computing necessitates a closer look at its environmental impact. Data centers, the backbone of cloud services, consume vast amounts of energy, raising concerns about GHG emissions. This analysis explores how leading cloud providers measure and analyze their carbon footprint, highlighting critical methodologies and potential reduction strategies.
Standardized environmental impact measurement
Several established methodologies provide a framework for measuring an organization’s carbon footprint:
- GHG Protocol: Developed by the World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), this widely used standard offers guidelines for corporate GHG accounting and reporting.
- The Climate Registry’s General Reporting Protocol: This protocol, established by a non-profit organization, provides guidance for measuring, reporting, and verifying GHG emissions...
