Our Commitment to Digital Sustainability
Since its launch in June 2025, Nursing Calculators was designed to be efficient, accessible, and environmentally responsible. Although we are still consolidating complete indicators, we have already adopted good Green Technology practices and actively monitor our performance with recognized tools.
What is Green Technology?
Green Technology (or Green Tech) is a set of practices that reduce the environmental impact of digital solutions, promoting:
- Energy efficiency
- Reduced data usage
- Lower CO₂ emissions
- Inclusion and accessibility
Why does this matter on the web?
- A typical page can emit up to 4g of CO₂ per visit
- Lightweight sites save battery, data, and loading time
- Accessibility and performance go hand in hand to reduce impact
- Cleaner hosting contributes to a lower global carbon footprint
Sustainable Technologies Applied
| Technological Action | Sustainable Impact |
|---|---|
| Tailwind CSS with Purge | Removes unused CSS, reducing site weight |
| WebP Images with Lazy Loading | Data savings and faster loading speed |
| System Fonts | Reduces external requests and improves performance |
| File Minification | Lower bandwidth usage per visitor |
| Progressive Web App (PWA) | Offline access and less resource dependency |
| Optimized Hosting | Efficient infrastructure focused on lower environmental impact |
Environmental Metrics (Initial Phase)
Although our site has been online for a short time, we are already structuring a reliable base of environmental data. The first estimates and goals include:
| Indicator | Current Status |
|---|---|
| Efficient Hosting | Yes |
| Optimized WebP Images | 100% |
| External Libraries Removed | In progress |
| Reusable Modular Code | Gradual implementation |
| Average Page Weight | Measuring |
| Ethical Cookie Script | Yes |
| Estimated Consumption per Visit | Goal: < 0.2g CO₂ (to be validated) |
⚙ Measurement and Validation Tools
- Website Carbon Calculator
- EcoGrader
- Google Lighthouse
- GTmetrix, Pingdom, Chrome DevTools
Pillars of Our Green Technology
- Efficiency: Fast sites save energy and data
- Transparency: Clear, public, and updatable metrics
- Accessibility: Digital inclusion as part of sustainability
- Digital Ethics: Clean code, privacy, and good consent practices
- Education: Sharing knowledge with the healthcare community
Our Digital Sustainability Seal
Our footer displays a visual seal representing our commitment to:
- Low CO₂ consumption per page
- Lightweight and efficient hosting
- Continuous digital performance improvements
- Annual updated reports
Vision for the Future
- Measure CO₂ per visit with real-time data
- Provide digital sustainability tutorials for healthcare professionals
- Ensure full accessibility, even on mobile networks or in remote regions
- Establish partnerships with educational institutions and environmental projects
Conclusion
Technology does not have to be an environmental burden. With conscious choices, we show that it is possible to unite health, innovation, and ecological responsibility. We are just beginning—and already committed to a cleaner, more inclusive, and efficient digital future.
