econet

from The Free On-line Dictionary of Computing (8 July 2008)
Econet

   1. One of the IGC networks.  EcoNet serves individuals and
   organisations working for environmental preservation and
   sustainability.  Important issues covered include: global
   warming, energy policy, rainforest preservation, legislative
   activities, water quality, toxics and environmental education.

   EcoNet users can send and receive private messages, including
   fax and telex, to and from more than 18,000 international
   users on the APC networks or to millions on other networks.
   EcoNet seeks to build coalitions and partnerships with
   activist and non-profit organisations to develop the use of
   the electronic communications medium.  EcoNet provides
   subsidies and financial incentives to environmental
   organisations and committed individuals who foster the
   effectiveness of organisations through the use of electronic
   networking.  FTP/Telnet: igc.apc.org.

   2. A network produced by {Acorn Computers} Ltd. for the {BBC
   Microcomputer} and its successors.