Eco-responsible web design: A practical guide to substainable websites
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About this ebook
This book aims to become a tool for those seeking to harmonise the imperatives of web development with the requirements of preserving our planet and the well-being of its inhabitants.
Grégory Clément
Born in 1971, Grégory Clément has been an entrepreneur, author, and speaker in the world of digital communications for over twenty years. After working for major accounts in the automotive, retail and e-commerce sectors, the sustainable and eco-responsible aspects of his job have become increas- ingly important to him. He now wants to pass on the knowledge and experience he has acquired over the years.
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Eco-responsible web design - Grégory Clément
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTEXT
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
THE FOUNDATIONS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
UNDERSTAND THE FUNDAMENTAL OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF THE DIGITAL
THE TRAP OF NO-CODE NO-CODE
PLATFORMS
ECO-DESIGN OF WEBSITES
HTML/CSS/JAVASCRIPT
THE CHOICE OF OPEN SOURCE
WORDPRESS, THE ULTIMATE CMS?
THE CASE OF HEADLESS CMS
RESPONSIBLE HOSTING
PERFORMANCE OPTIMISATION
SETTING UP A CACHING SYSTEM
CORE WEB VITALS: THE GOOGLE METHOD FOR OPTIMISING WEB PERFORMANCE
CHOOSING A WORDPRESS THEME
PAGE BUILDERS
SUSTAINABLE OF CONTENT
DATA DURABILITY
SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMISATION (SEO) AND CONTENT ORGANISATION
ON THE DESIGN SIDE,
OPT FOR MINIMALISM
3-CLICK RULE
MINIMISE THE CUMULATIVE OFFSET OF THE LAYOUT (CUMULATIVE LAYOUT SHIFT)
IMAGE OPTIMISATION
VIDEO AND PODCAST OPTIMISATION
SIMPLIFY FONTS
DELETE EMOTICONS
REL='PRECONNECT' ATTRIBUTE
DEBUG MODE AND LOG COLLECTION
THE DARK MODE
THE PAGE WEIGHT BUDGET METHOD
IMPACT OF ONLINE ADVERTISING AND SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVES
ACCESSIBILITY
GRAPHICS AND PUBLICATIONS
WEB SITES
RESPONSIVE DESIGN
OUTLOOK
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITIES ON THE INTERNET
CONCLUSION
APPENDIX CHECKLIST BEFORE PUTTING YOUR SITE ONLINE.
GLOBAL
WORDPRESS
ACCOMMODATION
CONTEXT
In the vast world of the web, the notion of sustainable development is becoming increasingly important. Beyond simply reducing environmental impact, it also encompasses social and economic aspects, seeking to strike a balance between present needs and long-term imperatives.
In this context, sustainable web development aims to create and manage websites that meet user expectations while minimizing their ecological footprint. With the rapid growth of digital technology, energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and the production of electronic waste have increased significantly. Websites, as essential components of this digital revolution, make a major contribution to these issues. It is therefore crucial to understand and integrate sustainable development practices to mitigate these negative impacts and encourage a transition towards a more responsible web industry.
The main objective of this document is to provide a deeper understanding of the various aspects of sustainable development as applied to the web. By proposing concrete strategies for designing, developing, and maintaining websites while reducing their impact on the environment, this document aims to guide web professionals, developers, project managers and anyone interested towards more sustainable practices.
Ultimately, this book aspires to become a tool for those seeking to harmonize the imperatives of web development with the demands of preserving our planet. By understanding the issues, adopting responsible practices, and fostering a committed community, we can contribute to the advent of a more sustainable Internet that respects our environment.
Every action counts.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Born in 1971, Grégory Clément has been an entrepreneur, author, and speaker in the world of digital communications for over twenty years. After working for major accounts in the automotive, retail and e-commerce sectors, the sustainable and eco-responsible aspects of his job have become increasingly important to him. He now wants to pass on the knowledge and experience he has acquired over the years.
Chapter I
THE FOUNDATIONS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Sustainable development is a holistic approach that aims to balance the environmental, social, and economic dimensions of an activity. In the context of the web, these fundamental principles take on particular importance. This chapter explores the fundamentals of sustainable development, focusing on their application to web development and examining the environmental impact of the digital sector.
UNDERSTAND THE FUNDAMENTAL OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Sustainable development is based on three essential pillars: economic, social, and environmental. On the economic front, it is about guaranteeing the financial viability of projects. Socially, it aims to promote equity, diversity, and the well-being of individuals. Finally, on the environmental side, the aim is to minimize negative impacts on the planet. Applying these principles to web development means designing sites that thrive economically, respect users' rights and minimize their ecological footprint.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF THE DIGITAL
The digital revolution has considerably increased energy demand, mainly due to the data centers that power websites. Greenhouse gas