Information technology has the power to transform how the world approaches environmental challenges. Cisco sees the Internet and networking technology at the heart of a global technological ecosystem where people and businesses can begin to work, live, play, and learn in new and more sustainable ways.
Connections Enabled By Network Technology
Cisco envisions the network as the basis to connect:
Devices to measure, monitor and manage energy consumption
People without the need for travel
Ideas generated by people and organizations to help overcome social problems
Information technology systems to conserve energy and natural resources through virtualization strategies
Under the direction set by the Cisco EcoBoard, our approach to environmental sustainability is to:
Affect how we operate as a company
Create efficiencies and innovations in our products
Provide environmentally conscious solutions to our customers
Collaborate with customers, industry groups, governments, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and employees to address global environmental issues
Cisco’s Sustainable Operations
Sustainable Operations
Learn about Cisco's programs and progress in reducing the environmental impacts of our operations.
Tackling Green in the IT Supply Chain
In this Cygnus Business Media article, read how Edna Conway, Cisco senior director of Advanced Compliance and Social Responsibility, Global Supply Chain Management details how Cisco confronts supply chain complexities and pursuers more environmentally conscious policies.
The Green Enterprise: Cisco
ZDNet shows how Cisco is working to reduce operational greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent in the next four years. (Video - 13:05 min.)
Environmental Management
Cisco plans, implements, reviews, and improves its processes and actions under the ISO 14001-based environmental management system.
Energy Efficiency in Design and Construction
Cisco uses innovative technology to conserve energy at its San Jose facilities to meet, and often exceed, California energy conservation standards.
Innovating Toward a More Sustainable Future
Architecting Networks for a Sustainable Future
Networks must support more sustainable ways of living and working. Cisco’s vision is to transform the network into a platform for environmental sustainability.
