You might think that when deleting emails, the energy related to their storage is effectively deducted from this carbon footprint. But this would be ignoring other parameters, such as the energy required simply to send an email
Why deleting your emails might not be the eco-friendly habit you think.
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When it comes to the environment, some "good habits" are so ingrained in our daily lives that we no longer question their benefits. But sometimes, some of these actions can lead us to overlook the real problem. One such example is the notion that deleting your emails is good for the planet.
You might have gotten into the habit of cleaning up your email inboxes at the end of the week so that you can leave for the weekend with peace of mind. But, if you do it for the environment, this supposedly beneficial strategy could ultimately be a drop in a very vast ocean.