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State of Readiness - Sustainability in Digital Advertising 2024
This report focuses on the environmental impact of the digital advertising industry and explores strategies for making advertising more sustainable.
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A critical resource for advertisers, agencies, media companies, and technology providers who are looking to reduce the environmental impact of their operations
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