As part of a ‘Rural Tour’ launched by the Obama Administration in June, yesterday in Bethel, Alaska, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and other members of the President’s Cabinet (Education Secretary Arne Duncan, Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan and Energy Secretary Steven Chu) gathered to discuss efforts focused on developing a new energy economy and creating green jobs.
As is the case when discussing so many of the monumental challenges facing America, broadband is a central component of successful and innovative solutions. Broadband enables e-commerce, telework and teleconferencing, all of which are contributing to a cleaner environment through fewer cars and trucks on the road, reduced demand for office space and related energy use and other eco-friendly options that reduce carbon emissions. While the environmental benefits themselves are enough to get anyone who cares about sustainability excited, broadband also offers significant economic benefits.
This week, Alaska was the backdrop for this important discussion about our economic, energy and environmental future. But being a global leader in green innovation will require a national commitment. Stay tuned to NextGenWeb for more information on how broadband is contributing to a 21st century economy and environment.
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September 21st, 2009 at 4:39 pm
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