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Bottom-up and Top-down Approaches in Assessing Environmental Impact
This chapter discusses the differences between bottom-up and top-down approaches in studying the environmental impact of the global digital sector. It explores the advantages and limitations of both approaches and highlights controversies surrounding bottom-up models. The speakers also delve into the concept of system boundaries, measurement challenges, and the importance of considering geographic differences and carbon intensity of electricity.