Green IO Podcast

Presenters Gaël Duez Chris Adams Source Green IO podcast Beyond the Greenwashing: How carbon.txt is Rewiring the Internet’s Future 🌍✨ In the fast-paced world of tech, we often hear grand promises about net-zero targets and carbon-neutral clouds. But as the “mask-off” moment for Big Tech arrives, a critical question remains: How do we separate high-quality PR from actual planetary progress? In a high-energy episode of the Green IO podcast, host Gaël sat down with Chris Adams, Director of Technology and Policy at the Green Web Foundation, to discuss the evolution of responsible technology. From the launch of the groundbreaking carbon.txt to the geopolitical shift in how we view digital sovereignty, the conversation was a masterclass in how we can move the needle toward a fossil-free internet. 🚀💻 ...

Presenters Agnes Crepet Gaël Duéz Source Green IO podcast Beyond the Hype: Unpacking Fairphone’s Real Impact on Tech Sustainability 🚀 We live in a world utterly dependent on our smartphones. Since 2017, there have been more mobile subscriptions globally than people on Earth! 📱🌍 A staggering 1.2 billion smartphones were shipped last year – that’s about 15% of the world’s population buying a new device. But here’s the kicker: manufacturing these pocket-sized powerhouses isn’t small potatoes when it comes to environmental impact. A 250g smartphone can have a “true weight” of up to 70 kilos when you consider all the resources, energy, and water that go into extracting minerals and manufacturing its components. While some manufacturers dabble in recycling, many cite complex supply chains as an excuse for limited impact and rarely champion the second-hand market. ...

Presenters Gaël Duez Jo Masraff Sathpal Singh Source Green IO podcast Turning Tech Trash into Treasure: Why Sustainability is Your Next Big Product Win 🚀 Ever feel like your organization is drowning in data, but starving for insights? You’re not alone. But what if we told you that the real value isn’t just in collecting data, but in using it to build a better, greener digital future? 🌱 This isn’t just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. As green IT expert Frederick Bordage points out, up to 80% of a digital product’s environmental footprint is determined during the design phase. That’s a massive opportunity to embed sustainability right from the start! ...

Presenters Mark Butcher Wilco Burggraaf Gaël Duez Source Green IO podcast Generative AI: The Double-Edged Sword Demanding Transparency and Smarter Choices 🚀 The buzz around Generative AI (GenAI) is undeniable, promising a future of accelerated innovation and unprecedented creativity. But beneath the shiny surface lies a complex reality, one that’s sparking intense debate about its true costs – not just financially, but environmentally and societally. This isn’t just about smarter algorithms; it’s about a fundamental shift in how we build, deploy, and account for the technology shaping our world. ...

Presenters Iuna Tsyrulneva Gaël Source Green IO podcast Powering Down AI’s Energy Footprint: Charting a Greener Digital Future 🌍💡 Artificial Intelligence, especially the powerhouses of generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs), are undeniably transforming our world. But as their capabilities explode, so does their energy appetite. This isn’t just a theoretical concern; AI workloads in data centers are already contributing an estimated 180 million tons of indirect CO2 annually, a figure that represents about 0.5% of global fuel consumption CO2 emissions. The upward trend is clear, and the need for a more responsible digital future is urgent. ...