Recommendation ITU-T L.1480
Definition
Recommendation ITU-T L.1480 is a technical standard that establishes a methodology for assessing how the deployment and use of information and communication technology (ICT) solutions impact the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of other sectors.
Key Characteristics
- Net Second-Order Effect Assessment: Evaluates the balance between the direct footprint of ICT solutions and the enablement effect (reduction in emissions) created in other sectors.
- Tier-based Assessment: Employs a structured approach using different assessment levels (tiers) based on complexity and data availability.
- Procedural Guidance: Provides specific, step-by-step instructions for identifying and calculating both the positive (enabling) and negative (footprint) environmental consequences.
- Standardization: Offers a uniform framework to ensure consistency and comparability in environmental impact reporting for digital solutions.
Applications
- Environmental impact assessments for digital transformation projects in industrial, transport, or energy sectors.
- Corporate sustainability reporting for organizations implementing ICT-based emission reduction strategies.
- Policy development aimed at measuring the efficacy of digital technologies in meeting climate targets.
Mentions in Source
- “Recommendation ITU-T L.1480 provides a methodology for assessing how the use of information and communication technology (ICT) solutions impacts greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of other sectors.” — ITU-T L.1480 (Greening by Digital)