Reports

Socioeconomic Impacts of Wireless Technology

Thursday May 10, 2012

BSR Staff

#Information and Communications Technology, #Sustainable Communities

Building on BSR's review of wireless and the environment, this follow-up report explores the opportunities and challenges for society from the use of wireless (licensed spectrum) technology. The report has a particular focus on the areas of health care, finance, education, and community empowerment. It was commissioned by CTIA—The Wireless Association and prepared by BSR.

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Case Studies

Creating an Internet Powered by 100 Percent Renewable Energy

BSR Staff

In 2012, BSR brought tech leaders together to form the Future of Internet Power, a collaborative initiative working toward a shared vision: an internet powered by 100 percent renewable energy.

Managing Supply Chain Water Risk: New Capacities for New Challenges

Erik Davies, Associate Director, Grants Business Development, BSR

Water scarcity will be a defining issue of the 21st century. This example from Dell demonstrates how companies can manage water risk in their supply chains.

The Right to Privacy, 70 Years On

Dunstan Allison-Hope, Managing Director, BSR

The challenges companies face to respect the human right to privacy are growing substantially. A business response to this challenge should contain these five elements.

Seven Things Every Company Should Know about Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Business

Dunstan Allison-Hope, Managing Director, BSR; Jacob Park, Director, Sustainable Futures Lab, BSR; Michael Rohwer, Associate Director, Information and Communications Technology, BSR

These considerations are essential for companies to factor into their AI strategies.

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