Networking for Sustainability: The Network Offset Effect

This white paper introduces the network offset effect to describe the positive sustainability value creation that takes place when activities that have a high environmental impact can be replaced with low-carbon alternatives that use the networks of information and communication technology (ICT) providers. The network offset effect holds the potential to deliver efficiencies to everything from Smart Workplaces, Smart Data Centers, Smart Transportation and Logistics, Smart Grids and Smart Buildings.