Carbon Footprint Comparison
Spotify vs YouTube
Spotify
Streaming
2g
CO2 / HOUR
VS
YouTube
Streaming
46g
CO2 / HOUR
Higher emissions
Summary
When comparing Spotify and YouTube, YouTube generates significantly more CO2 emissions per hour (46g) than Spotify (2g). Both applications rely on devices, networks, and server infrastructure, which all contribute to their environmental impact.
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