SEAWAVES: A GREEN COMPUTING SOLUTION FOR SUSTAINABLE MARINE SAFETY EVALUATED USING ISO 14001 AND ISO 50001 PRINCIPLES

Abstract

The use of Green Computing is a growingly important measure for reducing and optimizing the environmental impacts and energy usage of Information and Communication Technologies, as well as encouraging the development of sustainable systems. In the maritime industry, there are growing applications for both monitoring and communications technology to improve maritime vessel safety; however, there are insufficient studies to assess the sustainability of these systems. This study evaluated the SEAWAVeS (Sea Condition Emergency Alert and Warning Apparatus for Vessel Safety) system as a Green Computing solution for sustainable marine safety using principles adapted from ISO 14001 and ISO 50001. The research approach used in this study was descriptive-evaluative design utilizing documented system characteristics, operational observations, and actual performance testing. The evaluation focused on environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, reliability of communications, efficient use of resources, and lifecycle consideration. Battery endurance testing conducted using a Redmi Note 10 Pro smartphone revealed that the system operated for approximately 27 hours when dedicated solely to SEAWAVeS and 13 hours under normal smartphone usage conditions, indicating efficient utilization of mobile computing resources. The system's GSM/GPRS communication mechanism demonstrated operational reliability through a store-and-forward capability that preserves collected data during connectivity interruptions and automatically transmits the information once network access is restored. In addition, the system contributes to environmental sustainability by supporting accident prevention, enhancing environmental awareness through real-time monitoring and alerts, and utilizing commercially available Android devices that are maintainable, repairable, and compatible with existing electronic waste management practices. The findings indicate that SEAWAVeS exhibits key Green Computing characteristics, including energy-efficient operation, resource optimization, environmental responsibility, and sustainable technology utilization. Consequently, the system can be considered a Green Computing solution that contributes to sustainable marine safety and environmentally responsible maritime operations