The Synergy of Green Systems: A Framework for Sustainable and Social Computing

Abstract

As the global digital footprint expands, the dichotomy between technological advancement and environmental preservation has become a critical focal point for research. This paper explores the convergence of Sustainable Computing—the practice of environmentally responsible IT—and Social Computing—the study of technology-mediated social interaction. We propose a framework that utilizes social networks to drive sustainable behaviors while optimizing the underlying infrastructure to minimize carbon output. Through a mixed-methods approach, this research evaluates the efficacy of social nudging and hardware optimization, concluding that a holistic, socio-technical strategy is essential for the next generation of "Green Society" infrastructures.