Green Technologies and Approaches for Achieving Energy Efficiency in Cloud Networking Infrastructures

Abstract

The increasing demand for cloud services has led to substantial energy consumption, prompting the need for green technologies and approaches to achieve energy efficiency in cloud networking infrastructures. This paper explores various strategies to reduce the environmental impact of cloud data centers and networks, focusing on innovations in hardware design, cooling systems, and renewable energy integration. Additionally, it examines the role of virtualization, dynamic resource allocation, and AI-driven optimization techniques in minimizing energy usage. By leveraging these green technologies, cloud providers can significantly lower their carbon footprint while maintaining performance and reliability. The adoption of energy-efficient practices not only contributes to environmental sustainability but also offers economic benefits by reducing operational costs. This comprehensive review highlights the critical importance of sustainable practices in the evolving landscape of cloud computing and underscores the need for continued research and development in this area to achieve long-term energy efficiency goals.