The SMARTer 2020 report demonstrates the increasingly important role of ICT in working towards the prevention of global warming due to the emission of dangerous greenhouse gas. Video conferences, smart building management, cloud computing and smart electrical grids are all examples of solutions that contribute to reduced carbon emissions.

The SMARTer 2020 report identifies six sectors that can reduce emissions through ICT solutions: power, transportation, manufacturing, consumer, agriculture and buildings. Seven countries were studied in the report: Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, the United Kingdom and the United States.

SMART SERVICES FROM ICL As a leading mobile player, ICL Group has a significant role to play in providing innovative solutions and shaping the future, low carbon society.

ICL`s contribution is realized through smart use of communications, specifically upgrades to the existing voice and broadband services as well as developing new solutions related to Machine-to-Machine (M2M) technology and “Internet of Things”-based solutions.

ICL offers M2M technology that enables their business customers to provide better service, reduce costs, improve productivity and enhance the quality of life for many people. Together with our partners we play a key role in the development of smart solutions and efficient use of M2M technology.

ICL Connexion, fully owned by the ICL Group, has been a market leader in Europe’s market for M2M services across such typical markets as logistics, fleet management, car safety, healthcare, and smart metering of electricity consumption. The company was established in 2008 and originates from the successful M2M business in ICL Sweden. Today, the company continues to grow and innovate, finding smart solutions for everyday challenges. Building on more than 15 years of experience, the company makes it easy to realize the value of connected services. Together with industry partners such as Volvo, Nissan, Scania, Hitachi, Verisure and Telcare, ICL Connexion has designed smart and innovative connected solutions deployed across the globe.