The Circular Economy in Information Technology: Paving the Way for Sustainable Innovation

Khalid Al-Zahrani; Khalid Al-Johani1

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Publication Date: 2024/10/18

Abstract: The circular economy in IT represents a transformative approach to sustainability, focusing on extending the lifecycle of products, minimizing waste, and maximizing resource efficiency. By integrating circular economy principles, the IT sector can reduce its environmental impact while fostering innovation and economic growth.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24OCT391

PDF: https://ijirst.demo4.arinfotech.co/assets/upload/files/IJISRT24OCT391.pdf

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