Qualcomm Sees ‘5G-Enabled Sustainability’ as Opportunity

The 5G opportunity could create up to 300,000 green jobs by 2030, justifying “accelerated deployment” of such networks and use cases, plus “enhanced investments in 5G technology leadership and a robust global semiconductor ecosystem,” reported Qualcomm Monday. Widespread commercial deployment could enable reduction of 374 million metric tons of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions -- equivalent to removing 81 million passenger vehicles from U.S. roads for a year, it said. Qualcomm estimates 5G can help halve U.S. pesticide use through the deployment of drones “for remote sensing and spray application.” The chipmaker is working with partners “across many industries to leverage 5G to reduce carbon footprints and conserve resources,” said CEO Cristiano Amon.