Quarterly ‘ green ’ team meetings are hosted with suppliers , during which they are encouraged to share industry best practices to reduce the wider carbon footprint of the supply chain .
“ This isn ’ t just a one-on-one meeting with a supplier , telling them how we want them to do better ,” says Mike . “ This is all our suppliers – often competing suppliers working in the same area within the same industry – coming together in pursuit of a common goal .
“ Everybody ’ s told us how unique this is . They don ’ t have anyone else doing it .”
In fact , Community Fibre ’ s full-fibre network uses 70 % less energy than traditional copper , helping the firm ’ s green agenda given its lower carbon footprint than copper predecessors .
Mike adds : “ As we bridge the digital divide and provide high-speed fibre broadband to customers , it also allows a greater opportunity for home-based working which lowers an individual ’ s carbon footprint .
“ We ’ re continually exploring new ways to incorporate sustainable materials and practices into our operations , ensuring that we contribute positively to the environment and the communities we serve .”
Supply chain partnerships ‘ essential ’ What Community Fibre has achieved over the past decade – in terms of both service offerings and sustainability efforts – simply would not have been possible without a host of key partners across its supply chain . communityfibre . co . uk 15