This might not be the strongest argument on this page, but it’s still worth bringing to the table.
Facebook has pledged to go 100% renewable by 2030, even dedicating an entire website to its sustainability efforts. Admirable, right? But here’s the thing: social media companies rely on an untold number of massive, energy-hungry servers scattered across the globe. These supercomputers run around the clock, ensuring that every post, like, and comment is instantly accessible to billions. While they might claim their energy comes from renewable sources, the sheer scale of their operations means the environmental impact is still enormous.
On a personal note, global warming looms as the most pressing crisis of our time (pandemic aside). It’s measurable, tangible, and deeply threatening. Yet, my concern about social media runs even deeper. Unlike climate change, the erosion of internet freedom is subtle, lurking in the background, with only a whisper of the attention it deserves. It’s a quiet crisis, but its implications for our society and individual autonomy are immense.
Quitting social media may feel like a small step, but it’s a step toward a better world—one with more freedom, less waste, and perhaps a little more peace of mind.