Sustainability a key issue
Sustainability a key issue
As Giese comments , in the realm of cloud computing , one concern looms large : the environmental impact of data centres . " On a global scale , this issue ranks just behind the aviation industry in terms of significance and demands serious attention .
“ Looking ahead to 2024 , I anticipate a closer examination of the environmental footprint of hyper scalers . They will be forced to adopt more eco-friendly practices . While no single solution promises a dramatic improvement , a multi-layered approach holds promise . “ Advancements in technology will contribute to more efficient hardware , and businesses should consider extending the life cycle of their equipment . Additionally , the concept of " Green Coding " is worth exploring , even though it may entail higher development costs .
“ This topic will gain increasing importance , creating new opportunities for both cloud providers and individual vendors .”
As Huerta describes : “ Something that cloud providers can continue to enhance , particularly concerning the usage of LLMs , is their ability to provide better sustainability metrics and detailed information regarding the carbon footprint associated with the utilisation of their infrastructure and cloud services .”
Furthermore , as cloud platforms amplify their suite of AI-focused services , they ' re in a way democratising the playing field , granting even those without AI backgrounds the ability to exploit these sophisticated tools . This expansion has intensified the synergies between AI adoption and the progression of the cloud computing domain .”
What are the key trends you anticipate for the cloud computing industry in 2024 ? Looking ahead to 2024 , Ben Scowen , Vice President of UK & Ireland Cloud & Core Leader at Kyndryl , advocates for a conscious multi-cloud strategy .