Best Green Software Foundation Podcasts (2025)

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China's corporate pivots: Alibaba's food delivery gambit and WuXi AppTec’s geopolitical hedge 15:43

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Alibaba will retire the Ele.me takeout dining brand and merge it with its newer Taobao Instant Commerce. What's driving the move? And WuXi AppTec is the latest Chinese major to jump on the Middle Eastern bandwagon, with plans to potentially open a new center in Saudi Arabia. Why are a growing number of Chinese companies taking the Middle Eastern pl…

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From classroom crackdowns to shifting cabin crews, China adapts to new realities 18:27

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Vocational educator Hiducation has become one of the few education companies to test the waters in Hong Kong's booming IPO market. Are investors ready to welcome this group again after a bloody crackdown three years ago? And budget carrier Spring Air is rolling out the welcome mat for more senior flight attendants as old as 40. Are other Asian airl…

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From green energy to property woes, China turns to financial engineering 16:53

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Solar and wind farm builder Xinte has announced plans to start collateralizing its assets using asset backed securities. Is this the start of a new trend for such companies? And China International Travel is spinning off its real estate business that was once a money spinner but has become a dud lately with the sinking property market. How should i…

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From software to the skies, China’s self-sufficiency drive meets economic reality 14:54

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Observers noticed a key government document on rare earths was created using homegrown Chinese word processing software. Is this part of China's "delete America" campaign? And China's homegrown C919 regional jet has suffered a setback after Vietnam's Vietjet returned two leased models. What does this mean for the aircraft's future?…

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China bets big on stocks as consumers fret over pre-made food 18:40

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Team China has pumped $550 billion into the country's two main stock markets, buying up nearly 5% of the market value of all listed companies. What's the thinking behind this strategy? And pre-made foods are in the spotlight after a popular blogger criticized a major restaurant chain for using such products. Why is this such a sensitive subject in …

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Software Architecture for Sustainability 44:22

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Guest host Anne Currie speaks with Karthik Vaidhyanathan, Assistant Professor at IIIT Hyderabad, about integrating sustainability into AI development. They discuss how the world can balance digital growth with renewable energy goals and how AI systems can be designed to be energy-efficient rather than energy-intensive. Karthik shares insights from …

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Nasdaq gets tough on small Chinese IPOs, as an AI-fueled energy storage boom takes off 20:30

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The Nasdaq is preparing to crack down on smaller listings by Chinese companies. What's driving the move, and what are the broader implications? And energy storage has become the latest flavor of the day by new Chinese IPO candidates. What's driving this trend, and is it real or just another bubble?By Bamboo Works

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How Much Energy Does Google’s AI Use? with Cooper Elsworth 33:06

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Host Sanjay Podder speaks with Cooper Elsworth, Google’s lead for AI and cloud emissions insights, about the real energy, carbon, and water footprint of AI systems. They discuss Google’s groundbreaking research on measuring AI’s environmental impact using empirical data rather than estimates, revealing a comprehensive methodology, with Cooper expla…

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The Week in Green Software: Sustainability along the DevOps Lifecycle 58:44

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Guest host Anne Currie is joined by software engineer and sustainability advocate Julian Gommlich to explore how green practices can be embedded throughout the DevOps lifecycle. They discuss how modern operational practices like continuous delivery, automation, and agile iteration naturally align with sustainability goals, helping teams build more …

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Building Energy Awareness into Operating Systems 1:05:29

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Host Chris Adams speaks with Didi Hoffmann, CTO of Green Coding Solutions, about building energy awareness into operating systems and making sustainability a first-class concern in software development. They discuss Didi’s journey from Linux kernel programming to climate-focused tech and many more! Learn more about our people: Chris Adams: LinkedIn…

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Cango to build on bitcoin mining foundation with HPC pivot 25:46

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Cango's public relations and investor relations director Juliet Ye details the company's strategic pivot to transform from a pure-play crypto miner into an integrated energy and high-performance computing (HPC) platform. The multi-phase strategy leverages Cango's existing energy and computing infrastructure as a foundation to build a more diverse b…

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Sustainable AI 43:34

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Guest host Anne Currie speaks with Boris Gamazaychikov, Head of AI Sustainability at Salesforce, about aligning artificial intelligence with environmental responsibility. They explore the wide range of energy impacts across AI models, the development of the AI Energy Score benchmarking tool, and why transparency is essential for sustainable choices…

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China tech: virtualizing debt, AI for daters 18:42

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Linklogis has jumped on the crypto bandwagon in a new blockchain alliance with XRP Ledger, owner of the ripple cryptocurrency. What's the significance of this tie-up? And leading dating app operator Hello Group has added an AI function that suggests ice-breakers for young men to say to their dates. Will this help to get young people spending again?…

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Dancing robots and K-pop diplomacy: China's economic and social gambits 18:01

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Unitree plans to file for an IPO by year end, capitalizing on the recent popularity of its dancing humanoid robots. But are these products really ready for market? And China has quietly lifted a nearly decade-old ban on K-Pop. What's behind the sudden change of heart?By Bamboo Works

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Backstage: The Green Software Movement Platform 29:44

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WIN FREE TICKETS TO GREEN IO LONDON: CLICK THIS LINK AND COMMENT BELOW TO WIN Learn more about our people: Chris Skipper: LinkedIn | Website Gosia Fricze: LinkedIn | Website Find out more about the GSF: The Green Software Foundation Website Sign up to the Green Software Foundation Newsletter Resources: Green Software Movement | GSF [04:33] Green So…

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China’s state-driven stocks, and its corporate wars abroad 17:19

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China's stock market rally is fast approaching its one-year mark, with the benchmark Hang Seng and Shanghai composite indexes both up around 40%. How much longer can it last, especially given the weak state of China's economy? And internet giants Meituan and DiDi have sued each other in Brazil, where they are competing in the takeout dining market.…

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China moves to end solar bloodbath, as East Buy chases warehouse club crown 16:44

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China is floating yet another plan to rescue its oversupplied solar sector, including a mass shuttering of excess capacity. Will the government-led effort work this time? And a former online educator says it wants to become the new online Sam's Club of China. Does East Buy have what it takes to succeed?…

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Sustainability at Scale in the GenAI Era with Dr. Katia Chaban 46:32

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Host Sanjay Podder speaks with Dr. Katia Chaban about uniting IT and sustainability through circular economy practices. Dr. Chaban shares her journey into sustainable IT, the importance of addressing e-waste and embodied carbon, and the growing challenges posed by AI. She highlights how circular thinking, training, and cross-industry collaboration …

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China plays defense on EV batteries, offense on hydrogen 16:01

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China rolls out new rules restricting the export of cutting-edge technology for EV battery manufacturing. How will this affect Chinese battery makers setting up factories abroad? And hydrogen fuel cell maker Refire reports its revenue fell 10% in the first half of the year. What does this say about a Chinese sector that's getting huge government su…

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The Week in Green Software: AI Energy Scores & Leaderboards 1:04:39

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Host Chris Adams is joined by Asim Hussain to explore the latest news from The Week in Green Software. They look at Hugging Face’s AI energy tools, Mistral’s lifecycle analysis, and the push for better data disclosure in the pursuit for AI sustainability. They discuss how prompt design, context windows, and model choice impact emissions, as well as…

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China's changing tastes buffet western brands as Ant Group faces old headwinds 17:06

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Burger King withdraws from Hong Kong, after facing similar issues on the Chinese Mainland. Why is life so difficult in China for this fast food giant? And Ant Group's purchase of a Hong Kong brokerage is getting extra scrutiny from Chinese regulators. Why is China so wary of this company? Text version: https://thebambooworks.com/chinas-fast-food-we…

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JD.com flees China’s brutal retail wars for Europe, as Beijing fails to tame price-cutting at home 18:25

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JD.com has purchased brick-and-mortar retail chains in Germany and Hong Kong. Why is the company taking this route instead of sticking to e-commerce? And car trader Autohome has reported a fourth consecutive quarter of revenue contraction, as its ad revenue plunged. When will price wars hobbling China's oversaturated car market finally end? Read mo…

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LLM Energy Transparency with Scott Chamberlin 1:00:44

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In this episode of Environment Variables, host Chris Adams welcomes Scott Chamberlin, co-founder of Neuralwatt and ex-Microsoft Software Engineer, to discuss energy transparency in large language models (LLMs). They explore the challenges of measuring AI emissions, the importance of data center transparency, and projects that work to enable flexibl…

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Apple's China puzzle and an African phone pioneer’s peril 18:48

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Apple returns to revenue growth in China, as it also closes its first store in the city of Dalian. What's next for the company in the world's largest smartphone market? And Transsion considers a Hong Kong IPO. Should investors buy into this biggest smartphone maker you've never heard of, banking on its status as Africa's top cellphone brand?…

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The Green IT Value Case with Marc Zegveld 37:42

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In this episode of CXO Bytes, host Sanjay Podder speaks with Marc Zegveld, Managing Director of ICT at TNO, about the competitive value of green IT. Drawing on the recent Green IT Value Case, real-world case studies, and research, they explore how sustainability initiatives can enhance business performance—from cost savings and supply chain clarity…

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From Delhi risks to a domestic dairy bust 24:36

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Smartphone glass maker Biel is building up an Indian production base, while appliance giant Haier is selling half of its Indian business. What's driving these two very different moves by Chinese companies in the fast-evolving Indian market? And two dairy companies are reporting stagnating sales. Is China's dairy sector past its high-growth glory da…

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Real Efficiency at Scale with Sean Varley 47:30

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Anne Currie is joined by Sean Varley, Chief Evangelist and VP of Business Development at Ampere Computing, a leader in building energy-efficient, cloud-native processors. They unpack the energy demands of AI, why power caps and utilization matter more than raw compute, and how to rethink metrics like performance-per-rack for a greener digital futur…

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China’s new investment playbook: VCs chase crypto as a travel upstart eyes New York 24:57

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Two mid-sized Chinese venture capital firms are moving in new directions, one embracing cryptocurrencies and the other diversifying beyond retail. What's driving these moves? And up-and-coming online travel agent Klook is eying a major New York IPO. Why isn't it following a more recent trend to list in Hong Kong, and is there room for yet another t…

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Private healthcare's unclear road, and a surging cosmetic surgeon 16:19

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Private clinic operators for medical treatments like eye and dental care are facing a difficult path as Chinese consumers rein in their spending. What's ahead for this group? And cosmetic surgery services provider So-Young's shares have soared in recent weeks as investors embrace its shifting business model. Why are they suddenly so confident?…

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Real Time Cloud with Adrian Cockcroft 1:18:37

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Chris Adams is joined by Adrian Cockcroft, former VP of Cloud Architecture Strategy at AWS, a pioneer of microservices at Netflix, and contributor to the Green Software Foundation’s Real Time Cloud project. They explore the evolution of cloud sustainability—from monoliths to microservices to serverless—and what it really takes to track carbon emiss…

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Hong Kong: China’s IPO pipeline and crypto lab 15:47

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Companies raised $13.6 billion through Hong Kong IPOs in the first half of the year, giving the city the global fundraising title for that period. What's behind the sudden boom? And a growing number of Chinese companies are experimenting with cryptocurrencies in Hong Kong, even as such currencies are banned on the Mainland. What's driving such diff…

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Backstage: Software Standards Working Group SCI 16:06

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In this Backstage episode of Environment Variables, podcast producer Chris Skipper highlights the Green Software Foundation’s Software Standards Working Group—chaired by Henry Richardson (WattTime) and Navveen Balani (Accenture). This group is central to shaping global benchmarks for sustainable software. Key initiatives discussed include the Softw…

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Environment Variables Year Three Roundup 25:20

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It’s been three years of Environment Variables! What a landmark year for the Green Software Foundation. From launching behind-the-scenes Backstage episodes, to covering the explosive impact of AI on software emissions, to broadening our audience through beginner-friendly conversations; this retrospective showcases our mission to create a trusted ec…

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Macao's end of an era, and a ghost ship in search of a business 18:35

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An era has ended in Macao with the planned closure of the city's remaining "satellite casinos" by the end of the year. Does this represent the latest step in the corporatization of Macao? And former financier-turned-educator-turned -food seller Qudian has announced it's pulling out of its latest foray into last-mile delivery. What value for investo…

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Green AI Strategy with Adrian Cockcroft 47:25

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In this episode of CXO Bytes, host Sanjay Podder speaks with Adrian Cockcroft, former VP at Amazon and a key figure in cloud computing and green software, about strategies for reducing the environmental impact of AI and cloud infrastructure. Adrian shares insights from his time at AWS, including how internal coordination and visibility helped drive…

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Labubu fever, and a skincare brawl 15:06

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An early edition toy based on the red-hot Labubu character has fetched a record $150,000 in a recent auction. What's driving the craze, and is it sustainable? And a high-profile tussle between two leading skincare brands has left one of them bruised, with its stock down 30%. How can investors steer clear of this kind of damage?…

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Open Source Carbon Footprints 42:35

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Chris Adams is joined by Thibaud Colas; product lead at Torchbox, president of the Django Software Foundation, and lead on Wagtail CMS. They explore the role of open source projects in tackling digital carbon emissions and discuss Wagtail's pioneering carbon footprint reporting, sustainable default settings, and grid-aware website features, all ena…

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WeRide's big share repurchase, and Huawei's PC Harmony 26:45

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Huawei has released a PC version of its Harmony operating system, as well as two models using the OS. How likely are other PC and smartphone makers to adopt this made-in-China OS? And WeRide has launched a $100 million share buyback less than a year after its IPO. What prompted the move, and is this the best use of its dwindling cash?…

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Cloud Native Attitude 52:07

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Environment Variables host Anne Currie welcomes Jamie Dobson, co-founder of Container Solutions and author of the upcoming book Visionaries, Rebels and Machines. Together, they explore the history and future of cloud computing through the lens of sustainability, efficiency, and resilience. Drawing on insights from their past work, including The Clo…

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Zeekr's Buyout Stalls, and Chagee's Returns Cool 26:23

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A group of early investors in NEV maker Zeekr have protested a recent privatization bid for the company, saying it's too low. Will the buyer heed their complaints and raise its offer? And Chagee's maiden quarterly results show its revenue grew at just half the rate of its new store openings. What's behind the evaporting returns?…

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How to Explain Green Software to Normal People 46:27

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Host Chris Adams speaks with James Martin about how to communicate the environmental impact of software to a general audience. Drawing on his background in journalism and sustainability communications, James shares strategies for translating complex digital sustainability issues into accessible narratives, explains why AI's growing resource demands…

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Russia's Chinese Car Indigestion, and the Fall of a Chinese Chip Magnate 18:45

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After zooming over the last few years, China's car exports to Russia skidded by 44% in the first quarter. What put on the brakes? And former microchip superstar Zhao Guowei has been sentenced to death for waste and corruption. What led to his downfall?By Bamboo Works

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Starbucks Seeks a China Partner, and Vaping Looks to Diversify 16:57

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Starbucks has reportedly sent invitations to several parties interested in buying part of its struggling China operations. What kind of partner is the U.S. coffee giant likely to choose? And vaping companies are scrambling to diversify production away from China over concerns about Donald Trump's tariffs. Where are they going, and will they escape …

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Why You Need Hardware Standards for Green Software 50:34

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Chris Adams is joined by Zachary Smith and My Truong both members of the Hardware Standards Working Group at the GSF. They dive into the challenges of improving hardware efficiency in data centers, the importance of standardization, and how emerging technologies like two-phase liquid cooling systems can reduce emissions, improve energy reuse, and e…

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Navigating AI Risks with Noah Broestl 36:40

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Host Sanjay Podder brings Noah Broestl, Associate Director of Responsible AI at the Boston Consulting Group, to the stage to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of generative AI and its implications for business leaders. Together, they talk about the requirements of present and future AI governance frameworks, the road to sustainability in AI, a…

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Uber's Chinese Robotaxi Romance, and Webull's Strong Debut 16:43

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Uber has signed new alliances with Chinese robotaxi operators Momenta and Pony AI, and fortified an existing partnership with WeRide. Why the sudden embrace of Chinese robotaxis? And Webull's stock has charged from the gate with massive gains following its SPAC listing. What's driving this company, which is an unusual hybrid of a U.S.-based busines…

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Cloud Infrastructure, Efficiency and Sustainability 55:13

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Host Anne Currie is Joined by the esteemed Charles Humble, a figure in the world of sustainable technology. Charles Humble is a writer, podcaster, and former CTO with a decade’s experience helping technologists build better systems—both technically and ethically. Together, they discuss how developers and companies can make smarter, greener choices …

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Backstage: Green AI Committee 18:01

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In this special backstage episode of Environment Variables, producer Chris Skipper spotlights the Green AI Committee, an initiative of the Green Software Foundation launched in 2024. Guests Thomas Lewis and Sanjay Podder share the committee’s mission to reduce AI's environmental impact through strategic focus on measurement, policy influence, and l…

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A Bagel Success Story, and a Red Bull Slayer 16:58

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Tim Hortons is tasting some new success in China with a bagel formula. Will this mark the start of a turnaround for the struggling chain? And a Red Bull killer named Eastroc has filed to list in Hong Kong. What’s the secret to its success, and will it attract investors to its story?By Bamboo Works

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The Economics of AI 34:35

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Chris Adams sits down in-person with Max Schulze, founder of the Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance (SDIA), to explore the economics of AI, digital infrastructure, and green software. They unpack the EU's Energy Efficiency Directive and its implications for data centers, the importance of measuring and reporting digital resource use, and w…