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Fastly Joins DIMPACT to Collaborate on Digital Sustainability

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Date Published
Author
Eoghan Kelly
Word Count
358
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3
Language
English
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Summary

Fastly is addressing the challenge of accurately measuring and reducing digital carbon footprints in the media industry by joining DIMPACT, a coalition aimed at enhancing environmental transparency and sustainability. While data center and user device emissions are quantifiable, network delivery emissions have traditionally been estimated through industry averages, complicating precise reporting. Fastly's involvement in DIMPACT and its Sustainability Dashboard are designed to provide actionable insights for companies to understand and optimize their digital footprints, particularly in Scope 3 emissions reporting. The company's commitment to 100% renewable electricity for its global points of presence and its focus on software efficiency—through methods like Request Collapsing and localized data processing—aim to ensure that increased edge workloads align with emission reduction targets. By collaborating with industry leaders, Fastly seeks to promote a more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally conscious digital media sector.

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