Information & Communication

The information and communication technology sector covers digital solutions that enable emissions reductions across the broader economy. While ICT's own carbon footprint is growing, its potential to drive efficiency gains in energy, transport, buildings, and industry is substantial.

Activities include data processing and hosting (subject to energy efficiency requirements), data-driven solutions for GHG emission reductions, software development for climate monitoring and optimisation, and telecommunications infrastructure. Some data-centre criteria include conditions such as a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) threshold or renewable-energy use; consult the official activity record for scope.

Adaptation requirements for ICT infrastructure are activity-specific. Where the applicable criteria invoke Appendix A, operators may need a proportionate assessment of material physical risks and adaptation solutions. Digital solutions that help other sectors adapt to climate change (e.g., climate modelling platforms, early warning systems) may be recognised as enabling activities where the criteria apply.