Australians spend 40% online, generating 229kg carbon annually; declutter now
Australians spend 40% of waking hours online, generating 229kg of carbon emissions annually. Decluttering digital files boosts productivity while reducing environmental impact, particularly as AI tools consume vastly more energy than traditional computing. Experts recommend starting with simple steps: emptying trash bins, unsubscribing from unused services, and deleting old emails to prevent data exploitation by AI companies.
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Published 16 Oct 2026, 23:00 UTC · Updated 16 Oct 2026, 23:20 UTC
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