Quantifying Environmental Life Cycle Impacts for ICT Products - A Simpler Approach

Abstract

In this paper we describe a simplified approach for estimating the environmental impact of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) products. The approach provides a means to more quickly and easily evaluate product concepts and optimize design trade-offs. It uses simplified techniques and algorithms for estimating Global Warming Potential in terms of carbon dioxide equivalents. We will also share the development of the environmental impact estimator, including its applicability, validation, along with current and proposed activities to further advance its capabilities for more general use.