sustainable issues of IT
by taylor beardmore
1. toxic substances from e-waste can get into the soil and water suplies
2. all digital devices use electricity. large computers need even more electricity to keep them cool. the traditional generation of electricity produces greenhouse gasses that can cause global warming
3. electicity often comes from non-renewable resorces such as coal and oil (fossil fules), which will also runn out
4. old computer equipment ends up as electronic waste (e-waste) that goes to landfill sites
5. more developed countries are now sending e-waste to less developed countries