Software Sustainability

Author : Coral Calero,Ma Ángeles Moraga,Mario Piattini
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10-05
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030699703

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Software Sustainability by Coral Calero,Ma Ángeles Moraga,Mario Piattini Pdf

This book focuses on software sustainability, regarded in terms of how software is or can be developed while taking into consideration environmental, social, and economic dimensions. The sixteen chapters cover various related issues ranging from technical aspects like energy-efficient programming techniques, formal proposals related to energy efficiency measurement, patterns to build energy-efficient software, the role of developers on energy efficient software systems and tools for detecting and refactoring code smells/energy bugs; to human aspects like its impact on software sustainability or the adaptation of ACM/IEEE guidelines for student and professional education and; and an economics-driven architectural evaluation for sustainability. Also aspects as the elements of governance and management that organizations should consider when implementing, assessing and improving Green IT or the relationship between software sustainability and the Corporate Social Responsibility of software companies are included. The chapters are complemented by usage scenarios and experience reports on several domains as cloud applications, agile development or e-Health, among others. As a whole, the chapters provide a complete overview of the various issues related to sustainable software development. The target readership for this book includes CxOs, (e.g. Chief Information Officers, Chief Executive Officers, Chief Technology Officers, etc.) software developers, software managers, auditors, business owners, and quality professionals. It is also intended for students of software engineering and information systems, and software researchers who want to know the state of the art regarding software sustainability.

Author : Rodrigo Pereira dos Santos,Cristiano Maciel,José Viterbo
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-22
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030461300

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Software Ecosystems, Sustainability and Human Values in the Social Web by Rodrigo Pereira dos Santos,Cristiano Maciel,José Viterbo Pdf

This book constitutes extended revised selected papers presented during the 8th Workshop of Human-Computer Interaction Aspects to the Social Web, WAIHCWS 2017, held in Joinville, Brazil, in October 2017, and during the 9th Workshop of Human-Computer Interaction Aspects to the Social Web, WAIHCWS 2018, held in Belém, Brazil, in October 2018. The 5 full papers presented were thoroughly reviewed and selected from 14 submissions for WAIHCWS 2017 and 3 full papers were selected for publication from 20 submissions for WAIHCWS 2018. The authors were given the opportunity to extend and revise the papers after the conference. The topics included in this volume cover the following fields connected to the social web: user experience, emotion analysis, interoperability, systems-of-information systems, knowledge-intensive processes, ontology, transportation domain, mobile systems, privacy policies, digital legacy, social networks, recommendation models, scientific events, accessible web, software ecosystems, and sustainability.

Author : Ralf Denzer,David A. Swayne,Martin Purvis,Gerald Schimak
Publisher : Springer
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2013-04-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780387355030

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Environmental Software Systems by Ralf Denzer,David A. Swayne,Martin Purvis,Gerald Schimak Pdf

Environmental Informatics (or Enviromatics) is a maturing subject with interdisciplinary roots in computer science, environmental planning, ecology, economics and other related areas. Its practitioners must be prepared to work with many diverse professional groups. It forms the foundation for computer-assisted environmental protection. This book contains an edited version of papers presented at the 3rd International Symposium on Environmental Software Systems (ISESS '99), which was held at the University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand, from August 30 to September 2, 1999, and was sponsored by the International Federation for Information Processing (IFIP). The text is divided into six sections: Enviromatics - Introduction; Environmental Issues; Environmental Information Systems - Tools and Techniques; Environmental Information Systems - Implementations; Environmental Decision Support Systems; Specialised Topics. This state-of-the-art volume will be essential reading for computer scientists and engineers, ecologists, and environmental planners and managers.

Author : Lorenz M. Hilty,Bernard Aebischer
Publisher : Springer
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2014-08-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319092287

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ICT Innovations for Sustainability by Lorenz M. Hilty,Bernard Aebischer Pdf

ICT Innovations for Sustainability is an investigation of how information and communication technology can contribute to sustainable development. It presents clear definitions of sustainability, suggesting conceptual frameworks for the positive and negative effects of ICT on sustainable development. It reviews methods of assessing the direct and indirect impact of ICT systems on energy and materials demand, and examines the results of such assessments. In addition, it investigates ICT-based approaches to supporting sustainable patterns of production and consumption, analyzing them at various levels of abstraction – from end-user devices, Internet infrastructure, user behavior, and social practices to macro-economic indicators. Combining approaches from Computer Science, Information Systems, Human-Computer Interaction, Economics, and Environmental Sciences, the book presents a new, holistic perspective on ICT for Sustainability (ICT4S). It is an indispensable resource for anyone working in the area of ICT for Energy Efficiency, Life Cycle Assessment of ICT, Green IT, Green Information Systems, Environmental Informatics, Energy Informatics, Sustainable HCI, or Computational Sustainability.

Author : William Van Zyl
Publisher : Five House Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Architectural rendering
ISBN : 9780473438302

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The Use of Animation (computer Software) in Teaching Sustainable Architecture (education for Sustainability) with Specific Reference to the Sun by William Van Zyl Pdf

Author : Mike Hazas,Lisa Nathan
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2017-11-22
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781315465951

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Digital Technology and Sustainability by Mike Hazas,Lisa Nathan Pdf

This book brings together diverse voices from across the field of sustainable human computer interaction (SHCI) to discuss what it means for digital technology to support sustainability and how humans and technology can work together optimally for a more sustainable future. Contemporary digital technologies are hailed by tech companies, governments and academics as leading-edge solutions to the challenges of environmental sustainability; smarter homes, more persuasive technologies, and a robust Internet of Things hold the promise for creating a greener world. Yet, deployments of interactive technologies for such purposes often lead to a paradox: they algorithmically "optimize" heating and lighting of houses without regard to the dynamics of daily life in the home; they can collect and display data that allow us to reflect on energy and emissions, yet the same information can cause us to raise our expectations for comfort and convenience; they might allow us to share best practice for sustainable living through social networking and online communities, yet these same systems further our participation in consumerism and contribute to an ever-greater volume of electronic waste.By acknowledging these paradoxes, this book represents a significant critical inquiry into digital technology’s longer-term impact on ideals of sustainability. Written by an interdisciplinary team of contributors this book will be of great interest to students and scholars of human computer interaction and environmental studies.

Author : Adam Przybyłek,Aleksander Jarzębowicz,Ivan Luković,Yen Ying Ng
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2022-01-18
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030942380

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Lean and Agile Software Development by Adam Przybyłek,Aleksander Jarzębowicz,Ivan Luković,Yen Ying Ng Pdf

This book constitutes the proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Lean and Agile Software Development, LASD 2022, which was held online on January 22, 2022. The conference received a total of 29 submissions, of which 9 full papers, 1 short paper and 1 position paper are included in this volume. In addition, the volume contains one keynote paper in full paper length. Topics discussed in this volume cover various aspects of agile software development and range from agile testing, to agile effort estimation, an agile approach to model-driven development, and remotely working agile teams.

Author : Jezreel Mejia,Mirna Muñoz,Álvaro Rocha,Tomas San Feliu,Adriana Peña
Publisher : Springer
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319485232

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Trends and Applications in Software Engineering by Jezreel Mejia,Mirna Muñoz,Álvaro Rocha,Tomas San Feliu,Adriana Peña Pdf

This book offers a selection of papers from the 2016 International Conference on Software Process Improvement (CIMPS’16), held between the 12th and 14th of October 2016 in Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, México. The CIMPS’16 is a global forum for researchers and practitioners to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, results, experiences and concerns in the different aspects of software engineering with a focus on, but not limited to, software processes, security in information and communication technology, and big data. The main topics covered include: organizational models, standards and methodologies, knowledge management, software systems, applications and tools, information and communication technologies and processes in non-software domains (mining, automotive, aerospace, business, health care, manufacturing, etc.) with a clear focus on software process challenges.

Author : Mohamed Ahmed Alloghani
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2023-11-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031452147

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Artificial Intelligence and Sustainability by Mohamed Ahmed Alloghani Pdf

This book gives readers the tools to craft AI systems that don't just thrive today, but endure sustainably into the future. Whether a trailblazer or an aspiring innovator, this book enables readers to resonate with the ambitions of software developers, data scientists, and AI practitioners. The author covers the latest techniques and best practices for energy efficiency, reducing carbon footprints, and ensuring fair and ethical AI. The book also addresses important issues such as AI governance, managing risks, and ensuring transparency. Topics covered include understanding the relationship between AI and sustainable development, strategies for building efficient AI systems, and ethical considerations in AI development, among others. The author includes case studies of companies and organizations that have successfully implemented sustainable AI software development practices. Therefore, this book will be of interest to AI practitioners, academics, researchers, and lecturers in computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning and data sciences.

Author : Coral Calero,Mario Piattini
Publisher : Springer
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-03
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783319085814

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Green in Software Engineering by Coral Calero,Mario Piattini Pdf

This is the first book that presents a comprehensive overview of sustainability aspects in software engineering. Its format follows the structure of the SWEBOK and covers the key areas involved in the incorporation of green aspects in software engineering, encompassing topics from requirement elicitation to quality assurance and maintenance, while also considering professional practices and economic aspects. The book consists of thirteen chapters, which are structured in five parts. First the “Introduction” gives an overview of the primary general concepts related to Green IT, discussing what Green in Software Engineering is and how it differs from Green by Software Engineering. Next “Environments, Processes and Construction” presents green software development environments, green software engineering processes and green software construction in general. The third part, “Economic and Other Qualities,” details models for measuring how well software supports green software engineering techniques and for performing trade-off analyses between alternative green practices from an economic perspective. “Software Development Process” then details techniques for incorporating green aspects at various stages of software development, including requirements engineering, design, testing, and maintenance. In closing, “Practical Issues” addresses the repercussions of green software engineering on decision-making, stakeholder participation and innovation management. The audience for this book includes software engineering researchers in academia and industry seeking to understand the challenges and impact of green aspects in software engineering, as well as practitioners interested in learning about the state of the art in Green in Software Engineering.

Author : Thomas Taro Lennerfors,Kiyoshi Murata
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2023-10-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000987744

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Ethics and Sustainability in Digital Cultures by Thomas Taro Lennerfors,Kiyoshi Murata Pdf

Digital technologies, now ubiquitous around the world, can promote positive values, as well as support those that are less socially acceptable. To better understand such technologies’ impact on ethics and sustainability, this book situates digital technologies within a cultural context, arguing that the technology is received differently in different cultural contexts. The book contains chapters on state-of-the-art digital technologies such as artificial intelligence from various countries including Japan and Sweden to highlight the multifarious ways in how ethical and sustainability issues are being manifested in certain cultural contexts. The book contributes to furthering understandings on the similarities and differences between digital technology implementations in different cultures, promoting a cross-cultural dialogue on desired values and how they are promoted or downplayed by such technologies. The book is divided into two parts: the former focuses on how individuals relate to new digital technologies, and the latter focuses on those who develop digital technologies. The book targets scholars, businesspeople and policymakers interested in the interconnection between digital technologies, ethics and sustainability from various cultural viewpoints. It provides new case studies on a range of digital technologies and discussions about digital technology implementations in cultural contexts.

Author : J. K. Yates,Daniel Castro-Lacouture
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-09-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781315362182

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Sustainability in Engineering Design and Construction by J. K. Yates,Daniel Castro-Lacouture Pdf

Successfully Measure the Benefits of Green Design and Construction Sustainability in Engineering Design and Construction outlines the sustainable practices used in engineering design and construction operations for all types of engineering and construction projects. Aimed at ushering the engineering and construction industry into embracing sustainable practices and green construction techniques, this book addresses sustainability in engineering design and construction operations from a historical and global perspective, and delves into specific sustainability concepts and processes. The book explains the concepts of sustainable development, corporate social responsibility (CSR), the Dow Jones Global Sustainability Index (DJGSI), key performance indicators (KPIs), corporate sustainability, and the triple bottom line (economic, environmental, and social values in design and construction). Relevant to sustainability in every facet of engineering and construction, it also covers life-cycle environmental cost analysis, discusses sustainable engineering and site selection, the economic considerations evaluated when making sustainability decisions, and explains how to measure and quantify sustainable performance and apply these practices in the real world. It also covers project and corporate level sustainability practices, sustainable construction materials and processes, sustainable heavy construction equipment, traditional and alternative energy sources, provides implementation resources for starting and evaluating sustainability programs, and includes a checklist for measuring the sustainability of construction operations. The text contains detailed information on sustainable construction materials and processes, heavy construction equipment, and traditional and alternative energy sources. It presents information on sustainable designs, selecting sustainable sites, designing for passive survivability, designing for disassembly, and the ISO 14,000 standards. It provides implementation resources for starting and evaluating sustainability programs and a checklist for measuring the sustainability of construction operations In addition, it provides definitions of sustainability terms and expressions, as well as case studies, examples, discussion questions, and a list of supplemental references at the end of each chapter. This book provides information on: Definitions for sustainability terms Sources for locating global sustainability requirements Current sustainability issues Environmental laws related to sustainability and their implications Sustainable design Life-cycle cost assessment models Sustainable practices currently being used in the engineering and construction (E&C) industry Corporate-level sustainability practices Project-level sustainability practices Global sustainability trends and implications Sustainable materials Sustainable heavy construction equipment Traditional and alternative energy sources LEED Green Building Rating System Sustainability organizations and certification programs Sustainability implementation resources A summary of sustainable engineering design and construction

Author : Pranvera Këllezi,Pierre Kobel,Bruce Kilpatrick
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2024-01-13
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783031448690

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Sustainability Objectives in Competition and Intellectual Property Law by Pranvera Këllezi,Pierre Kobel,Bruce Kilpatrick Pdf

This open access volume of LIDC contributions focuses on how competition and intellectual property laws incorporate sustainability objectives. Businesses are increasingly embracing sustainability objectives, driven by the international community. Although competition and intellectual property law are certainly not the only tools for addressing sustainability issues, they can play a role in moving toward a more sustainable society. Sustainability has gained prominence in competition law in all jurisdictions covered in this volume. The contributions focus on classic questions such as whether sustainability agreements restrict competition and, if so, to what extent businesses can be exempted on efficiency grounds. The papers also raise a number of questions, in particular concerning the treatment of non-market efficiencies. The soft law and case law produced by competition authorities are examined, and the leadership role of some competition authorities in the field – from advocacy to policy papers and sustainability guidelines – is highlighted. The authors call for more individual guidance to provide enhanced transparency and clarity to industry, advisors and society at large on sustainability issues, with guidelines or sustainability-related block exemptions providing even greater legal certainty. With regard to intellectual property, the contributions examine various important issues, such as the need for intellectual property rights to remain technology-neutral, ways to promote the use of sustainable technologies and incentives for licensing, and ways to promote the dissemination of sustainable technologies, including compulsory licensing, cross-licensing, open source or FRAND licensing, and replacing the destruction of counterfeit goods with recycling. The papers also discuss greenwashing and how it can be addressed through revisions to trademarks and related rights.

Author : Kevin Tate
Publisher : Addison-Wesley Professional
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0321286081

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Sustainable Software Development by Kevin Tate Pdf

Delivers the cutting - edge of proven practices crafted to your needs for immediate and long - term success with your development efforts.

Author : Jorge Marx Gomez,Michael Sonnenschein,Ute Vogel,Andreas Winter,Barbara Rapp,Nils Giesen
Publisher : Springer
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2015-12-24
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783319234557

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Advances and New Trends in Environmental and Energy Informatics by Jorge Marx Gomez,Michael Sonnenschein,Ute Vogel,Andreas Winter,Barbara Rapp,Nils Giesen Pdf

This book presents the latest findings and ongoing research in the field of green information systems and green information and communication technology (ICT). It provides insights into a whole range of cross-cutting topics in ICT and environmental sciences as well as showcases how information and communication technologies allow environmental and energy efficiency issues to be handled effectively. The papers presented in this book are a selection of extended and improved contributions to the 28th International Conference on Informatics for Environmental Protection dedicated to ICT for energy efficiency. This book is essential and particularly worth reading for those who already gained basic knowledge and want to deepen and extend their expertise in the subjects mentioned above.