The telecommunication industry’s relationship with sustainability has significantly evolved in recent years. What once lived within corporate social responsibility (CSR) reports now sits squarely in the boardroom, driving major infrastructure decisions and shaping business strategy.
Data tells a compelling story to explain this shift. As 5G networks expand globally, energy consumption is climbing alongside coverage maps. The Radio Access Network (RAN) alone devours roughly 70% of operators’ energy consumption , according to industry analyst firm Dell’Oro Group – a massive operational expense that grows with each new cell site and densification project.
Meanwhile, operators worldwide have boldly committed to reducing carbon consumption and achieving net-zero emissions. The challenge the