Seagate has published a report claiming that traditional spinning hard drives (HDDs) have a better carbon footprint compared to solid-state drives (SSDs). This assertion has sparked discussions about the validity of their claims and the context of carbon emissions from manufacturing and operating these technologies. Critics highlight the methodology used in Seagate's report, suggesting that the claim may be influenced by corporate interests within a hardware company predominantly producing HDDs. Some users argued that the software and efficiency of computing devices also need to be optimized for a holistic approach to carbon footprint reduction. There is skepticism regarding the comparison due to the physical differences between HDDs and SSDs, as well as potential inconsistencies in the definitions of 'embodied carbon'.