Deleting old emails and data, TU Wien Bibliothek staff reduced their CO₂ footprint. By taking part in Digital Cleanup Day , we demonstrate our engagement for the environment, and highlight the relevance of acting with environmental awareness in the digital age.

The effect of our digital behaviour on the environment is worth thinking about. For example, an email without attachments produces significantly fewer CO₂ equivalents than an email with an attachment. For this reason, sending emails with links instead of attachments is preferable when trying to minimize your ecological footprint.

Deleting unnecessary files and emails also prolongs the lifespan of our devices and improves their performance. Cleaning up our digital lives also promotes more efficiency in our digital habits and raises awareness of the importance of a sustainable use of data.