Addressing Gaps in Broadband Infrastructure Availability and Service Adoption June 10, 2021 Network Economics Reports The digital divide is both an availability problem and an adoption problem. Approximately 12M households do not have access to 25/3 Mbps broadband service, and about 30M do not subscribe to such service when it's available. Addressing Gaps in Broadband Infrastructure Availability and Service Adoption Both issues – availability and affordability – can be addressed with currently proposed funds: for $61B – $118B, the U.S. can build gigabit broadband to all 19M locations with less than 100/20 Mbps service, as well as provide subsidies that can enable up to 17M households to connect to broadband service. A Cost Estimation & Prioritization Framework for US Broadband To close the digital divide in America, there are three key questions policymakers need to consider in developing a comprehensive plan for universal broadband availability and adoption: What is the state of broadband service availability and adoption today? What would it cost to address both the availability and adoption gaps? How can available funds be prioritized in order to make meaningful progress towards both objectives? In this report, we utilize the most recent availability data and conduct a detailed analysis to estimate costs across multiple deployment and adoption program scenarios. DOWNLOAD You might also be interested in reading: Events Connected Britain 2021 Events FTTH Virtual Conference 2021 Blog US Broadband Infrastructure: Costs to Close the Digital Divide Copyright © 2021 Cartesian, Inc We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Cookie Settings Accept All