Global Communications Industry Has Similar Global Warming Effect as Aviation: 3% of Total Emissions

photo: Marina Burity / Creative Commons There have been a number of studies comparing the climate change impact of different parts of the global communications industry, from how much energy video games consume, to data centers, and so. Now, the first comprehensive study of the IT, telecommunication, media and entertainment sectors has been concluded. The result: It all adds up to 3% of global carbon emissions. That’s roughly the contribution of global aviation. … Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Global Communications Industry Has Similar Global Warming Effect as Aviation: 3% of Total Emissions

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