As a company committed to environmental responsibility, Globe played a crucial role in the GSMA Intelligence (GSMAi) Green Network Index (GNI) study. This initiative set new industry standards for network sustainability.
Globe was one of only six telecom companies worldwide to take part in the first project. This shows its dedication to leading environmental sustainability efforts by actively participating in research that promotes greener networks and reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the industry.
“We understand the importance of working together to create a more sustainable telecom sector. Our involvement in the GNI study demonstrates our commitment to incorporating sustainable practices that benefit both our industry and our journey towards achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions,” said Yoly Crisanto, Globe's Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer.
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Apple Evangelista, Globe's Head of Sustainability and Social Responsibility, added, “Through the GNI, we are gaining valuable insights that will help us improve our approach to energy efficiency, renewable energy adoption, and overall network sustainability.”
There is increasing global support for greener telecom networks. The majority of telecom operators, representing 70% of the industry's revenues, have already committed to reducing GHG emissions in line with the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
This commitment was driven by rising energy costs, which make up 15-20% of a telco's operational expenses, highlighting the importance of energy efficiency. Additionally, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting is becoming more important to credit-rating agencies and financial analysts, making a standardized metric for assessing sustainability crucial across different regions and network technologies.
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In response to this, GSMAi created the GNI, which combines various factors into a single comprehensive figure to enhance comparability among telecom operators and guide companies in their journey towards sustainability.
“Tracking progress on mobile network operators' energy sustainability is critical in driving meaningful change. Our Green Network Index helps operators to achieve that goal by enabling them to make informed decisions that support a greener, more sustainable future,” said Tim Hatt, Head of Research at GSMA Intelligence.
The GNI builds on GSMAi's previous energy efficiency analysis, expanding it into a comprehensive index that considers energy and carbon efficiency, renewable energy usage, performance and availability, and vertical enablement.
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