10 Easy Ways to Green Your Web Site

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Just recently I purchased a new laptop that is Energy Star rated.  At the end of the day I ensure that my computer is completed powered down, and I try to almost never use my printer.  These are just a few things that I’ve done to “green” up my office.  One of the last things I considered was my website, until I read 10 Easy Ways to Green Your Web Site.  As said by the author Cyrus Patten, “There are lots of reasons to green your web site. They range from economical to moral. Since not all energy is renewable and clean, we all have an obligation to go a bit greener.”  Indeed.

A few points to consider…

• Choose Environmentally Friendly Web Hosting
• Offset Your Carbon Usage
• Simplify Your Design
• Speed Up Your Site
• Consider Your Colors

Read the complete article at Mashable.com.