Broadband Now: Earth Day April 15th, 2009
Portia Krebs

From telecommuting to smart utility grids to online shopping, broadband can make a considerable difference in protecting our planet.  In this edition of Broadband Now, we discuss how broadband can contribute to a more sustainable future.

What specific benefits can connected conservation bring?  In honor of Earth Day, here are few highlights:

Telecommuting and Video Conferencing Bring Big Environmental Benefits.  According to the Consumer Electronics Association, the 3.9 million people who work from home at least 1 day per week save 840 million gallons of oil annually.  And, 2008 saw a 20% jump in companies making investments in videoconferencing, which is far less taxing on the environment than traveling to a destination.

E-commerce Reduces Consumers’ Carbon Footprint Considerably.  With consumers driving an average 14-miles round trip on shopping excursions, e-commerce has approximately a one-third smaller carbon footprint than going to a brick-and-mortar store.

Leading U.S. Companies Are Making Eco-Friendly Contributions.  AT&T recently announced they will deploy 800 new CNG and hybrid electric vehicles in 2009.  Verizon is also adopting hybrids and recently cited mobile broadband’s ability to enhance the efficiency of public utility grids through smart technologies.

Click on the video for more on broadband-powered conservation.

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