Huawei : Using innovative technology to cut carbon emissions
Huawei : Using innovative technology to cut carbon emissions
Huawei is using innovative solutions , including the development of solar panels and energy storage solutions , to help significantly reduce carbon emissions
With the help and support of Huawei , Vodafone has been a pioneer in implementing its net zero strategy .
To support its ambitious goals , Huawei has used a number of innovative solutions , including the development of solar panels and energy storage solutions in a number of countries , including Egypt and South Africa , in a move to significantly reduce Vodafone ’ s carbon emissions .
“ Apart from its European networks achieving 100 % electricity supply from renewable sources in 2021 , Vodafone is also committed to making all its African networks 100 % powered by renewable energy by 2025 ,” says Huawei ’ s Senior Vice President , Vincent Pang .
“ The current energy crisis in Europe has resulted in sharp increase in electricity bills and energy shortage , which is severely impacting telcos ’ operations ,” adds Pang . “ To overcome the challenge , we have developed innovative solutions at the equipment , site , and network levels to support telcos reducing energy consumption throughout the life cycles of their networks .”
Huawei has been continuously working with the Carbon Disclosure Project ( CDP ) and has achieved industry-leading scores for consecutive years in scope 3 carbon emissions : indirect emissions that occur in a company ’ s value chain . And with the globalisation of supply chains in recent years , Huawei has managed key supply chain issues to support Vodafone ’ s requirements , maintaining steady operations and remained determined to invest for the future .
To maintain supply chain resilience against pressure and to ensure both business continuity and cost advantages , Huawei works closely with suppliers and partners , Pang says .“ We do not rely on any single country or supplier , and all of our key products have alternative sources within our supply chain ,” he adds . “ Vodafone and Huawei are long-term strategic partners ,” Pang concludes . “ We are absolutely confident in our ability to continue providing Vodafone with high-quality products and services .”
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