Hollywood Creative Forum Is 'Staying Focused' on Diversity and Inclusion
This week, studio network executives, writers, directors, producers, and TV content creators are gathered in West Hollywood for the Hollywood Creative Forum (HCF) to share inclusion strategies and to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work throughout the changing media and entertainment landscape. What Is HCF? Produced by the Walter Kaitz Foundation—which raises funds through its robust grants program for initiatives and organizations dedicated to DEI—the HCF is over 10 years old and is a networking experience designed to help diverse creatives and creators get a break in the
How Broadband-Powered Remote Work Is Good for the Environment
Earth Day is tomorrow, and cable providers and TV networks continue to do their part to implement best practices to conserve the environment and to minimize their carbon footprints. One critical area powered by the cable industry also worth highlighting in honor of the day is the broadband connectivity that millions of people rely on every day, including for remote work. Why It Matters: Thanks to robust cable broadband networks, which performed brilliantly throughout the early stages of the pandemic when internet traffic reached historic and unprecedented numbers, remote work is resulting in
Cable TV Networks Prioritize Environmental Sustainability
Cable TV networks strive to bring positive environmental change every day not only through the influential content they produce, but through their business practices and strategies to lower greenhouse gas emissions, invest in clean energy, and to serve as models for other industries and businesses in conserving the planet. In recognition of Earth Day this Saturday, here are a few sustainability efforts underway at cable TV networks to create more environmentally friendly workplaces and communities. Green Practices On Set Behind the scenes, crews are supporting sustainable TV production through
Cable Providers Are Forging a Greener Future
With Earth Day approaching, it's worth highlighting efforts underway throughout the cable industry to minimize carbon emissions and to foster a more sustainable and energy efficient work environment. Whether it's through industry-wide initiatives or individual company programs, here are just a few ways that cable providers are seeking greener business practices. Achieving Carbon Neutrality Cable providers are on the path to becoming carbon neutral through their carbon reduction plans and projects. Charter, Comcast, and Cox have committed to carbon neutrality on or before 2035. Comcast has
Diversity Is an Industry Priority Every Month of the Year
Fostering and embracing diversity within and outside of the workforce has long been a priority for the cable industry, and there's no better time to reflect on the importance of these efforts than during Diversity Month, which runs throughout April. Industry-Wide Initiatives Are Building a More Inclusive World The cable industry is a leader when it comes to its efforts towards increasing the representation of women and people of color on screen and across its workforce. Highlighted below are initiatives and industry-based organizations that are making an impact across the media and
Q&A: A Big Year For Wireless Spectrum
The continued growth of wireless connectivity and IoT, spurred on by post-pandemic digital habits, has resulted in a renewed need for more wireless spectrum and new rules surrounding its management. NCTA spectrum expert, Vice President & Associate General Counsel Becky Tangren, shares a glimpse into what the coming year holds for the future of the airwaves. To learn even more about wireless spectrum, visit the NCTA website. 1. What wireless issues will be front and center in 2023? Mobile wireless has evolved from simple phone calls into things like Wi-Fi, augmented and virtual reality, smart
TV Stats: Audiences Warm to Springtime TV Events
As spring rolls in, a slew of eagerly awaited TV shows and sports tournaments have drawn big audiences, set records, and are getting viewers ready for what are shaping up to be epic TV seasons. Here are a few examples of what people have been enjoying on screens this April.
What Midco Knows About Building Rural Broadband
As over $40 billion in funding for broadband infrastructure will soon be distributed throughout America, state and local governments will be seeking partners to build out networks to rural and far-flung communities. Fortunately, cable ISPs have a decades-long track record of investing their own private capital to build robust broadband networks throughout the country. What the Experts Say Sioux Falls, S.D.-based Midco is one of the ISPs that has made its mark by connecting hundreds of communities throughout the Midwest. With a footprint that spans 490,000 homes and businesses across Kansas
The Last Mile, Explained
Cable broadband networks are critical infrastructure that connect the vast majority of the United States. In fact, 99% of homes in cable's footprint have access to gigabit speeds. But what many don't realize is how crucial the "last mile" portion of those networks is to connecting the millions of Americans who benefit from broadband today, and those who will be reached in the near future. Digging deeper: With federal broadband funding efforts on the horizon, and as cable providers continue to build out their networks, it's worth understanding how the "last mile" works and how it serves as a
America’s Expanding Cable Broadband Networks: The Midwest
As America targets efforts towards closing the digital divide and awaits the distribution of federal funds for broadband deployment and adoption, cable providers continue to do what they have always done: build out their networks to reach as many Americans as possible. Here is a small sampling of broadband projects by cable ISPs underway as they prepare to deliver fast internet speeds in Midwest communities. Iowa Mediacom earlier this year announced they had begun transitioning their Iowa gigabit network to the new 10G Platform. Residents in West Des Moines will be among the first to enjoy the