KU044: Making Kubernetes And Cloud-Native Workloads Environmentally Sustainable

Can clouds be green? Today we discuss sustainability in the tech industry, focusing on running Kubernetes and workloads in more efficient and environmentally friendly ways. Co-hosts Kristina Devochko and Michael Levan explore current tools, the reuse of resources like excess heat from data centers, and the challenges of sustainable energy infrastructure, such as electric cars and solar panels. They emphasize the need for transparency in sustainability efforts by major cloud providers and the integration of open-source projects. The conversation concludes with the importance of incorporating sustainability into cost optimization tools and spreading genuine knowledge, not just as a marketing strategy. Organizations like the Green Web Foundation are recommended for further learning and contribution. . . . . . Kubernetes Unpacked is part of the Packet Pushers network. Visit our website to find more great networking and technology podcasts, along with tutorial videos, the Human Infrastructure newsletter, and loads more resources for building your IT career. https://packetpushers.net . . . . . Love the show? Please leave us a 5-star review and share your favorite episodes with friends and colleagues. We really appreciate your support! . . . . . Find your tribe. The Packet Pushers Slack community is the place to be for making career connections, finding collaborators, getting help with an IT problem, or simply screaming your frustrations to people who understand. https://packetpushers.net/community