EARLY TIMES REPORT
JAMMU, Dec 10: Vodafone India, one of India's leading telecommunications service providers, has received the 'Green Telecom Company of the Year 2012' Award for its consistent efforts in the implementation of multiple initiatives in its on-going contribution to the socio-economic fabric of the country. As part of its sustainability initiatives, Vodafone India instituted definite mechanisms to measure and report carbon emissions. It resulted in 10% reduction in diesel consumption and thus leading to a tangible outcome of 850,000 tonnes reduction in CO2 in all cell sites owned by the Company in the year 2011-12. This has been further enhanced with a reduction in CO2 emission of 9900 tonnes, as on date this year. The award was presented to Vishant Vora, Director - Technology, Vodafone India Limited, by Union Minister for ew and Renewable Energy Dr. Farooq Abdullah, at the Telecom Awards that were held in Delhi. This award signifies Vodafone's green initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions on a per unit of traffic basis by employing hybrid solutions with intelligent controllers, optimizing diesel consumption at all cell sites, deployment of fuel catalysts, tapping solar energy, reducing air conditioner usage, developing energy efficient features and products with technology partners, and ensuring proper disposal of waste. Expressing his delight on this recognition, Marten Pieters, Managing Director & CEO, Vodafone India said, "At Vodafone India, we understand the need to engage in sustainable practices and to contribute positively towards the environment. We understand that what is good for the society is good for our business as well." |
