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Re:Google says its carbon footprint is now zero by interrupt_ on Monday September 14, 2020 @08:25AM (#24469259)
They don't have control over that. They can only ensure the energy required to run the services are offset.
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Re:Google says its carbon footprint is now zero by hhjj on Monday September 14, 2020 @08:32AM (#24469316)
Well if they wouldn't be constantly trying to phone home data and use more static technologies they would reduce users footprint. Although you are right they can't really prevent their users to (ab)use its services (especially if they want to preserve privacy).
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Re:Google says its carbon footprint is now zero by brainfog on Monday September 14, 2020 @08:28AM (#24469282)
They do to some extent, albeit not really in a measurable way. They could improve the battery usage of their apps, optimize power on Android, and make their services less addictive.
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