Clifton Reddy
(He/Him)
Web Consultant - Manager
American National Insurance
Houston, USA
Speaks: EnglishHindiTeluguMarathiLittle Russian
Biography
"Clifton Reddy is a seasoned software engineer and technology leader with over 24 years of experience designing and architecting enterprise-grade solutions for mission-critical business needs. He currently leads DevOps and cloud migration initiatives, driving innovation, scalability, and operational excellence across his organization. He is a Senior Member of IEEE and a Fellow of the British Computer Society (BCS). He currently serves as the Chair of the Young Professionals Affinity Group and Vice Chair of the Systems Council within the IEEE Galveston Bay Section, Region 5. Clifton is also a passionate advocate for sustainability in tech. As a speaker and community organizer, he champions practices to reduce Software Carbon Intensity and organizes the Houston Chapter Meetup to grow awareness and community engagement. As a respected thought leader, Clifton has been a guest speaker at events including FITP at the University of Houston, University of Houston–Clear Lake, and global conferences such as Conf42. He is also the author of several scholarly and industry articles focused on green software and tech career development, including: FITP Recap – Building Better Tech Careers and Connections: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/fitp-recap-building-better-tech-careers-connections-fitp-uh-m8q3c/ Conf42 Talk – Green Software Practices in the Real World: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/fitp-recap-building-better-tech-careers-connections-fitp-uh-m8q3c/ reen Software Practices: A Guide for IT Leaders: https://medium.com/@cliftonreddy/green-software-practices-a-guide-for-it-leaders-to-reduce-carbon-intensity-397fb6f5fde7 ML-Driven Dynamic Optimization for Energy-Efficient Software Execution: A Sustainable Approach at The 7th International Conference on Intelligent Sustainable Systems (ICISS 2025) http://icoiss.com/2025/conference-schedule.html Clifton brings a unique blend of technical depth, strategic insight, and a strong commitment to sustainable innovation in the tech industry."
Activity History
2025
May 16
Greening the Stack: Sustainable AI and Tech Infrastructure from Dev to Deploy
"It was a privilege to be the keynote speaker to discuss a topic of growing importance — the intersection of climate action and the digital technology industry. I spoke about how it was our responsibility as professionals in this space we had the opportunity to ddress one of the defining challenges of our time: the climate crisis. I aimed to explore how our work in software could contribute meaningfully to global sustainability efforts, and how practical frameworks and community initiatives were making this vision a reality. The conversation covered the urgency of climate action in our field, the principles and practices of green software, practical frameworks for carbon reduction, the importance of ethical AI development, integrating sustainable DevOps practices — including scientific calculations within pipelines — and the role of community and collaboration in driving lasting change."
Visit activityApr 29
Software Development and Environmental Sustainability
"I was presented with an opportunity to participate as an invited guest speaker at the recent event conducted by the University of Houston–Clear Lake. It was an honor to engage with students and faculty as an industry professional with over two decades of experience in delivering impactful technology solutions across the STEM disciplines. During my session, I aimed to provide students with a timely and meaningful perspective on the evolving relationship between software development and environmental sustainability. By introducing software carbon emissions as a non-functional requirement, I encouraged attendees to rethink how they design and build systems, emphasizing sustainability as an essential aspect of modern software architecture. I also had the opportunity to discuss the Software Carbon Intensity (SCI) formula, the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (Scopes 1, 2, and 3), and the practical tools offered by the Green Software Foundation. These resources, I believe, provide valuable, real-world strategies that students can carry forward into their future careers. My goal was to connect complex technical concepts with actionable sustainability practices in a way that was both accessible and impactful."
presentations/Guest Speaker Letter.pdf at main · cliftonreddy/presentations
github.com
Apr 16
Green Software - An Insight into Decarbonizing Software Solutions
"I delivered a presentation to the Application Development and IT Operations teams at my organization, with over 100 IT professionals joining from various locations across the United States. I used this opportunity to shed light on the topic of carbon emissions resulting from software-related activities and their broader environmental impact. During the session, I introduced practical methods for measuring our carbon footprint, highlighting real-time examples through the use of the Impact Framework. Additionally, I conducted a detailed demonstration covering the three core principles of Green Software: Energy Efficiency, Hardware Efficiency, and Carbon Awareness. It was a valuable platform to raise awareness and encourage more sustainable practices within our technology operations."
presentations/ADS Lunch & Learn - Reddy, Clifton - Outlook.pdf at main · cliftonreddy/presentations
github.com
Mar 19
Building Better Tech
I recently led an interactive workshop focused on the intersection of software development and sustainability. Rather than just diving into code, I challenged participants to think more critically about the environmental impact of the work we do in tech. Key Insights I Shared: The future of AI and quantum computing demands a more mindful approach to energy consumption and emissions. I explained how hardware serves as a proxy for carbon, and why increasing utilization and extending hardware lifespan are essential strategies. We explored the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (Scopes 1, 2, and 3), the Software Carbon Intensity (SCI) formula, and how the Green Software Foundation's tools and frameworks can help us measure and reduce our carbon impact. One eye-opening takeaway: not all fast programs are carbon-efficient—the choice of programming language can make a real difference when it comes to sustainability. It was a powerful session aimed at equipping tech professionals with the knowledge to code more consciously and contribute to a greener digital future.
FITP Recap: Building Better Tech, Careers, and Connections
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