Cheat sheet: Four green telco solutions

(i) Artificial intelligence: Safaricom adopted Nokia’s AVA Radio Energy Efficiency software, which utilises AI to automatically shut down idle equipment during low usage periods.

(ii) Internet of Things:  Yetu Smart Grids helps monitor tower energy usage during peak hours, reducing strain on the grid and minimising upgrades.

(iii) Renewables transition: MTN has installed solar-powered base stations to cut operational costs and reduce its carbon footprint.

(iv) Battery storage: GE Durathon batteries are designed to reduce emissions for telecom applications.