Samsung and Carbon Trust collab to make connected devices more eco-friendly

Samsung has teamed up with the Carbon Trust and other major tech companies to create a new way to measure and reduce the carbon emissions linked to internet-connected devices. This new method focuses on emissions that occur during the “use-phase” of a device’s life, which typically represents the largest portion of its total carbon footprint.

The new approach is part of the Decarbonizing the Use-Phase of Connected Devices (DUCD) initiative, which aims to address the energy consumption and environmental impact of connected devices worldwide. Samsung collabs with Carbon Trust, Amazon, Microsoft, and Sky to tackle greenhouse gas emissions.

Currently, these connected devices use around 500 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity each year, equivalent to the total energy consumption of France. By measuring the emissions from devices in use, companies can better understand their environmental impact and work toward reducing it.

Samsung’s SmartThings platform and AI Energy Mode are examples of how the company is already helping users manage their energy consumption. By applying the new methodology, Samsung aims to further reduce emissions from its products and help consumers make better energy-saving decisions.

According to Samsung, tracking and reducing emissions during the use phase is essential to meet climate goals. With this new approach, the tech industry can take meaningful steps toward cutting the carbon footprint of connected devices and supporting a more sustainable future.