CO2 emitted in online and offline purchase in Italy 2019, by category
A study conducted in Italy in 2019 reveals that online purchases generally led to a lower amount of carbon dioxide emissions. For instance, the carbon footprint of online shopping of clothing was estimated to amount to 3,3 kilograms of carbon dioxide, 20 percent less emissions than when purchasing in physical stores. More specifically, the source considered the purchase of 1,3 items.