Green Electronics

The topic of green electronics has emerged as a critical component in contemporary engineering with the world taking increased concern on the issues surrounding climate change, environmental degradation, and the rise in electronic waste. This book addresses the science and the research and development of the technology that would facilitate the development of environmental-friendly electronic systems that can run on a minimum of emission, less toxic and more energy efficient. It looks at the entire lifecycle of the electronic devices- starting with the material mining and production, use and disposal, revealing the overall connectedness of the environmental effects of every step. The work has a focus on sustainable design, low-power electronic architectures, a manufacturing process that is eco-friendly, and about advanced recycling technologies, in line with the principles of a circular-economy. It also introduces the new ideas like green Internet of Things (IoT), smart energy-conscious systems, and incorporation of artificial intelligence in mitigating environmental footprints.