Minimizing Energy Consumption in Bare Metal Kubernetes Clusters

Explore strategies for reducing energy consumption in bare metal Kubernetes clusters through this informative conference talk. Learn about the drivers behind energy reduction efforts, including rising costs and environmental concerns. Discover various aspects influencing power consumption in machines and the steps to minimize overall energy usage in Kubernetes clusters. Investigate whether Kubernetes implementation alone can improve energy efficiency. Gain insights into optimizing the entire hardware and software stack, from bare metal server configuration to power management in operating systems and Kubernetes operating strategies. Understand the interdependence of various energy-saving measures, their potential interactions, and impact on performance. Benefit from the speakers' experience as they share practical examples and cautionary advice for implementing energy-saving techniques in Kubernetes environments.

Minimizing Energy Consumption in Bare Metal K8s Clusters - Marco Schröder & David Meder-Marouelli