A Survey on Green Cloud Computing

Abstract

The future of the IT industry is at the crossroads, and unless there is no sustainable solution formulated within the industry, it would potentially be the end of the planet. Data centers within the industry consume most of the energy, and there is an immediate need for these power centers to switch towards green and clean energy. This study investigates the dynamics of Green Cloud Computing services and performs a literature review to examine the need, barriers, and trends of green cloud computing. By investigating the characteristics, barriers, and trends, the study proposes that the future of IT is deeply entrenched with green energy. The results of the study note that green cloud computing can be highly effective in enhancing the benefits of cloud computing further and mitigating its effects on the environment.