Manufacturing phase Use phase Lifespan in years

An analysis of the life cycle of electronic devices reveals that desktop computers and televisions generate the highest carbon footprint during their use phase , though this could be reduced in regions with decarbonized electricity . On the other hand , smartphones , with shorter lifespans , concentrate over 80 % of their emissions in the manufacturing phase , raising concerns given their massive proliferation . This imbalance highlights the urgent need for sustainable strategies to mitigate the environmental impact of increasing digitalization .

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