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GeSI’s newer installment of the SMART series, SMARTer2030 report demonstrates the remarkable potential of ICT to drive meaningful climate action by enabling a 20% reduction in global CO2e emissions by 2030

This iteration of the SMART series explores 12 ICT use cases to quantify the potential of these technologies in reducing carbon emissions while delivering economic benefits, in Germany.

The SMARTer 2020: The Role of ICT in Driving a Sustainable Future report reveals how information and communications technology (ICT) can be a powerful driver of sustainability, showing its potential to cut global emissions by up to 15%—equivalent to 7.8 gigatonnes of CO2. By offering a roadmap for energy efficiency across sectors like manufacturing, transportation, and buildings, the report highlights actionable strategies and case studies that demonstrate ICT’s transformative impact on the path to a low-carbon future.

This iteration of the SMART series reveals how innovative ICT solutions can powerfully reduce emissions and boost energy efficiency across sectors, offering actionable insights, urging industry and policymakers alike to leverage digital tools for impactful climate action.

GeSI’s first edition SMART report was commissioned to investigate the role of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in addressing climate change.