Computational sustainability: computing for a better world and a sustainable future

Abstract

Computer and information scientists join forces with other fields to help solve societal and environmental challenges facing humanity, in pursuit of a sustainable future.

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Index Terms

• Applied computing

  • Computers in other domains

    • Agriculture

  • Law, social and behavioral sciences

• Social and professional topics

  • Computing / technology policy

    • Medical information policy

      • Medical technologies

  • Professional topics

    • Computing industry

      • Sustainability

  • User characteristics

    • Geographic characteristics