Understanding sustainable telecom

In the pursuit of sustainability, eco-friendly practices, and carbon reduction, we often focus on energy, aviation, construction, and food. Yet, the telecom industry frequently escapes scrutiny, even though, in 2022, it contributed 1,6% of global emissions, or about 600 million tons. Will it continue to evade the spotlight, or will it face increasing attention in the future?

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Striving for a sustainable connection

At UNDO, we are committed to the idea that connectivity and sustainability can coexist. It took considerable effort and self-assessment to devise our strategy to become Belgium’s only sustainable mobile operator. Our method is straightforward: Measure our environmental impact, Reduce our carbon footprint wherever possible, and Compensate for the emissions we can’t eliminate.

  1. The network – A major source of emissions in telecom is network-related operations, including maintenance and upgrades. By functioning as a virtual network operator, UNDO avoids direct emissions from infrastructure. We boost network efficiency by sharing resources, and we ensure that the networks we use are powered by renewable energy.
  2. Physical footprint – Our digital-first approach means no physical stores or offices, leading to a smaller carbon footprint. All operations are paperless, and we limit business travel. We also employ eSIM technology, removing the need for plastic SIM cards.
  3. Digital footprint – UNDO uses energy-efficient design elements for its website and app. Beyond this, we offer our customers tools like the UNDO Tracker to measure their mobile phone usage footprint and find ways to reduce it. To address unavoidable emissions, we provide solutions like UNDO Forest and UNDO Removal.
Achieving a balance between tech consumption and eco-friendly choices is complex and requires a joint effort between companies like UNDO and consumers who create demand for sustainable products. At UNDO, we believe even the smallest seed can grow into greatest trees, and small steps can lead to significant efforts to combat environmental change.