How to Love K8s and Not Wreck the Planet

Explore the environmental impact of Kubernetes and cloud computing in this thought-provoking keynote address. Delve into the challenges of balancing efficiency, sustainability, and functionality in modern IT infrastructure. Examine the energy consumption of data centers, the role of Kubernetes in resource management, and the potential consequences of unchecked cloud expansion. Learn about the trade-offs between cluster sprawl and mega-mono-clusters, considering factors such as utilization, elasticity, costs, isolation, security, and management. Gain insights into developing a roadmap for environmentally responsible Kubernetes adoption and usage, helping to mitigate the IT industry's contribution to climate change while maintaining high-value, efficient workloads.