There are many reasons to use video conferencing. An article, or press release, was put out stating that you could save the planet by cutting carbon emissions and thereby creating a greener planet.

This was discussed in the Companies Worldwide Rely on Polycom Video and Telepresence to Cut Carbon Emissions for a Greener Planet release found on CNN Money. They state that those such as ….Easynet, CoStar, and Kirkland & Ellis LLP understand that recent advances have put video conferencing and telepresence within reach of companies of all sizes. The latest HD video systems now pay for themselves the very first time three people choose to avoid one international trip and elect to use video instead.

While cost savings, convenience, and time savings are all reasons to utilize video conferencing, the fact that you are helping reduce emissions for a greener planet is a nice bonus. The article was put out by Polycom.