Climate-friendly streaming: How to reduce emissions while you binge


If you want to help save the planet, don't fall asleep while streaming Netflix in 4K definition. — Christin Klose/dpa

Pick up your litter, cycle to work and stream in lower definition: The list of things you can do to slow climate change now also includes being wary of how you watch content online.

If you want to reduce your carbon footprint while binging Netflix, then your choice of video quality and Internet connection will make a difference.

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