As operators work to limit their environmental impact, some regulators are actively supporting sustainability efforts, while others seem relatively less engaged. We outline tangible steps they could be taking to help reduce the industry’s carbon footprint
Telcos set to reduce CO2e emissions by more than 40m tonnes
2021 was the year of sustainability. Telecoms operators announced a flurry of initiatives to reach net-zero ahead of the global deadline of 2050. By doing so, they are set to save more than 40m tonnes of CO2e compared to 2020 levels
The challenge of retiring the copper network
The transition to full-fibre means that copper retirement is now well underway. So far it has rarely been a straightforward or quick process given the strong regulatory oversight and need to protect those consumers who still rely on the copper network
The future’s bright, the future’s green
Telecoms operators have meaningfully embraced sustainability, with many having set targets even more ambitious than the net zero by 2050 aims. Regulators are paying attention too with ARCEP making environmental issues ‘the next chapter in regulation'
