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This book illuminates the nexus of computer science and environmental responsibility, guiding individuals, industries, and policymakers toward a sustainable digital future. Exploring renewable energy integration, green computing, and innovative technologies, the book unveils a transformative journey. It navigates energy-efficient hardware, software sustainability, and the symbiosis of cloud computing with renewables. Beyond conventional paradigms, it explores AI and quantum computing's transformative potential. Meticulously examining industry standards, global cooperation, and sustainable education, it guides stakeholders in academia, industry, and governance. Strategies for overcoming renewable tech adoption challenges are presented, offering actionable insights for reshaping computing's environmental impact. The book addresses electronic waste, data center energy, and hardware carbon footprints, advocating circular economy principles and urging holistic responsible computing. With a call to action, it encourages advocacy, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement for a collective, responsible digital era.