Digital Footprint and Sustainability Quiz

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What rating indicates that a website is cleaner than 85% of all web pages worldwide?

  • F
  • B
  • A (correct)
  • A+

The median desktop web page size has decreased by 400% since 2011.

False (B)

What tool can be used to estimate the carbon footprint of websites?

Website Carbon Calculator

Statik has achieved climate neutrality since _____ year.

<p>2019</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle involves employing hosting services powered by renewable energy?

<p>Green Hosting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following companies with their description regarding Statik's collaborations.

<p>Vlaams-Brabant = Local government collaboration TechnoPolis = Technology-focused project partnership UNIKA = Sustainability and innovation collaboration</p> Signup and view all the answers

Compressing images can significantly increase a website's carbon emissions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Since what year has Statik actively pursued sustainability?

<p>2016</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Website Carbon Footprint

The total amount of carbon dioxide emissions produced by a website, measured in grams of CO2 per visit.

Website Carbon Calculator

A tool that estimates the carbon emissions of a website using criteria such as hosting, design, and content.

A+ to F Ratings

A rating system used by the Website Carbon Calculator to measure a website's environmental impact.

Green Hosting

The practice of using hosting services powered by renewable energy sources like solar or wind power.

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Optimize Media

Optimizing images and videos by compressing them to reduce data transfer size and decrease energy consumption.

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Avoid Excessive Tracking

Minimizing the use of third-party trackers and cookies, as they contribute to website performance and energy usage.

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Efficient Coding Practices

Using efficient coding practices and programming languages that minimize energy consumption.

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Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)

Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) distribute content closer to users, reducing latency and minimizing energy consumption.

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Study Notes

Internet's Digital Footprint

  • The internet's carbon footprint is significant, comparable to the 13th largest polluter if it were a country.
  • Websites produce varying amounts of carbon dioxide based on hosting, design, and content.

Website Carbon Calculator

  • WebsiteCarbon.com is a tool estimating website carbon footprints.
  • Ratings range from A+ to F, based on emissions.
  • An 'A' rating indicates a website producing 0.16 grams of CO2 per visit, better than 85% of all web pages.

Digital Sustainability Principles

  • Green Hosting: Using renewable energy sources for hosting.
  • Optimize Media: Compressing images and videos to reduce data transfer volume (compressing images reduces emissions by 72%).
  • Avoid Excessive Tracking: Minimizing third-party trackers and cookies.
  • Efficient Coding Practices: Using energy-efficient programming languages and frameworks.
  • Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Implementing CDNs to minimize energy consumption and latency.

Website Size Growth

  • Median desktop webpage sizes have increased by 400% and mobile sizes by 1,321% since 2011.

Action Points

  • Assess website environmental impact via carbon audits.
  • Incorporate energy-saving practices into web development.
  • Promote sustainable digital marketing strategies.
  • Encourage use of carbon calculators to measure website footprints.

Statik Company Information

  • Statik Digital Agency was established in 2004.
  • Staff includes strategists, analysts, builders, marketers, communications experts, and project managers.
  • Collaborated with clients like Vlaams-Brabant, TechnoPolis, and UNIKA.
  • Mission: Amplify client voices and impact.
  • Committed to sustainability since 2016, including adopting PV panels, vegetarian food, eliminating bottled water and company cars.
  • Achieved climate neutrality since 2019.
  • Sustainable approach encompasses internet emissions, inclusive solutions, accessibility, privacy, ethical marketing, etc.
  • Outlined nine principles for sustainable digital products and services, aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • Employs tools like Hotjar for user interaction analysis and user experience improvement.
  • Belgian company providing insights into top 25 Belgian websites.

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