Permacomputing: Applying Permaculture Principles to Sustainable Digital Practices
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Summary
This article introduces permacomputing, a framework inspired by permaculture ethics (Earth Care, People Care, Fair Share) that applies sustainable design principles to digital technology and computing practices. It outlines 10 principles aimed at reducing the environmental and socio-ecological impact of technology use, targeting both tech specialists and everyday users. The content advocates for more sustainable digital practices through awareness and actionable steps.
Key quotes
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These ethics serve as a guiding compass for its design principles, co-creating a holistic framework for regenerative living.
Permacomputing is built upon 10 principles that encourage and raise awareness about more sustainable digital practices.
There are steps that you or the group you are involved in can take to reduce the environmental and socio-eco impact.
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