Digital Sustainability in Green Education: Carbon Footprint Management in Learning Environments and Data-Driven Ecological Awareness Applications

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Mustafa Alpsülün
Mustafa Alpsülün, Harran University Türkiye
Orcid https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2928-218X

Dr. Mustafa Alpsulun holds a PhD in Computer Education and Instructional Technology. His research focuses on educational technology, artificial intelligence in education, eye-tracking studies, human-computer interaction, learning analytics, and technology-enhanced learning environments. In recent years, he has expanded his research interests to include Digital Sustainability in Education and Green Education, investigating how digital technologies can support environmentally responsible learning practices and sustainable educational development. He has published in national and international peer-reviewed journals and has been involved in research projects related to educational software, usability, special education technologies, and AI-supported learning systems. His work combines quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research approaches to address contemporary challenges in education.

Hasan Celal Balıkçı
Hasan Celal Balıkçı, Harran University, Türkiye
Orcid https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1539-1863

Dr. Hasan Celal Balıkçı is an academic specializing in educational technology and digital learning environments. He serves in the Department of Computer Technologies at Harran University Siverek Vocational School. His research interests include educational technology, distance education, lifelong learning, educational videos, generative artificial intelligence, AI literacy, digital sustainability, and green education. He has authored numerous publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals and has participated in various research projects focusing on technology-enhanced learning. His recent work explores the integration of artificial intelligence and sustainable digital practices into educational settings. In addition to his research activities, he contributes to the academic community through editorial and peer-review responsibilities.

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Publication date : August 6, 2026

Synopsis

This chapter examines digital sustainability in green education, focusing on carbon footprint management, ecological awareness, and AI-supported sustainability practices. It argues that digital learning environments carry environmental costs through device production, data storage, video streaming, and energy consumption. By integrating carbon footprint calculations, environmental dashboards, tree-based offset models, and data-driven feedback, the chapter shows how educational institutions can strengthen ecological responsibility and responsible digital citizenship while aligning digital transformation with sustainability goals.


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