In our increasingly digital world, the environmental footprint of our online activities is often overlooked. Websites, especially those with inefficient code, large media files, and demanding server processes, consume energy. For Võru County businesses aiming for ‘greener’ web solutions, sustainable web development is key. How can you create a fast and environmentally friendly website? Firstly, optimize your code: clean, efficient code requires less processing power. Secondly, embrace image and video optimization. Large, uncompressed media files are bandwidth hogs and consume more energy during transfer and display. Utilize modern image formats (like WebP) and lazy loading. Thirdly, choose green hosting providers that power their data centers with renewable energy. Minimalism in design can also play a role; simpler designs often mean less code and fewer resources. Consider implementing a ‘dark mode’ option, as darker interfaces can consume less energy on OLED screens. By focusing on performance optimization—which naturally leads to lower energy consumption—and making conscious choices about hosting and design, Võru County businesses can build websites that are not only user-friendly but also contribute positively to environmental sustainability.