Film Lens
The documentary focuses on the digital identity of a newborn named Rebecca, who represents both a real and virtual existence. It covers how digital data travels across vast distances, detailing the journey of an email from a personal computer to a data center in the USA, where it is processed and redirected. The film emphasizes the hidden infrastructures and energy costs associated with our digital lives, revealing the environmental impact of our online activities.
Through the narrative, the film illustrates the complexities of internet communication, including the role of routers and data centers. It raises questions about the future of digital technology and energy consumption, urging viewers to consider their own digital footprint and the potential for greener technology solutions. The film features insights from experts like Frederick Bardage, who advocates for digital ecology and personal responsibility in addressing these issues.
Why Watch
- •Find out how Rebecca's digital double is created.
- •See the journey of an email from your computer to a data center.
- •Meet Frederick Bardage, an expert in green IT.
- •Discover the energy costs of sending emails.
Did You Know
•Sending an email with an attachment requires 24 watt-hours of energy.
•Every hour, 10 billion emails are sent worldwide.
•The energy used for 10 billion emails is equivalent to 50 nuclear power plants producing electricity for one hour.
•Digital data travels an average of 15,000 km at the speed of light.
Perfect For
Digital ecology advocatesTech enthusiastsEnvironmental activistsData center professionals