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Durable with apps from eBay and Kindle

Durable apps from eBay and Kindle The Applications of eBay, Kindle, Skype and Google Maps are not only popular, but also contribute most to promoting sustainable behavior.

according to a study by the British research and consultancy WSP Group. WSP has a rating system for apps developed to measure which apps make the greatest contribution to sustainability in everyday life. Accordingly, the agency has compiled a top 20

The apps are evaluated based on three factors:. Popularity and the so-called sustainability of app. This is determined by, among other things, the valuation and functionality. The third factor the impact is on the environment

The apps on the list with at least one of the following five criteria:. Encouraging reuse of goods, fuel efficiency, food waste prevention, consumer offer sustainable options and replacement of material by digital consumption.

Top 5

is the number one online marketplace eBay. The popular website makes it easy to sell discarded objects, which leads to less waste and less consumption. Kindle follows at number two. The e-reader reduces paper usage.

Skype and Google Maps also valid in WSP and durable. Google Maps provides efficient navigation with 12 percent less fuel. Skype enables free worldwide voice and video calls to execute. This avoids unnecessary travel mileage for meetings or consultations

Source: greenbiz.com, WSP | Photo:. Ian Lamont, via Flickr

Category: News, Advice & amp; Research | Tags: Operations, eBay | Read: 174 times

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