Telecom operator Grameenphone has set an ambitious target to cut its carbon emissions by 50% before 2030, using 2019 emissions as a baseline. The company is actively implementing various initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint. These include enhancing energy efficiency, investing in renewable energy sources, fostering an energy-conscious culture, and collaborating with partners to minimize environmental impact, particularly in the supply chain.
Grameenphone has already converted approximately 1,200 towers into solar energy-powered sites in remote areas, such as Hatiya, ensuring connectivity in previously underserved regions. These hybrid sites not only save fuel but also contribute to reduced carbon dioxide emissions, demonstrating the company’s commitment to its environmental goals.
CEO highlighted the importance of this green shift, citing Bangladesh’s vulnerability to climate change and disasters. Deploying solar-powered towers enables Grameenphone to reduce its carbon footprint, overcome electricity supply challenges, and pave the way for a greener future. As a frontrunner in green initiatives in Bangladesh, the company remains dedicated to comprehensive sustainability efforts.