| Energy efficiency | We improve energy efficiency and optimise energy use across our infrastructure assets and estate by modernising our networks, reducing electricity consumption, making improvements in network configuration, consolidating parts of our fixed network and data centre estate, and implementing ISO50001 certified energy management systems across our markets. | Deployed the latest generation radio hardware Activated smart power-saving features in our network Used artificial intelligence to manage our energy more effectively Introduced flexible storage and incentives to move towards smart metering in our operating markets Delivered energy efficiency training programs for employees to raise awareness and encourage energy efficiency practices adoption in daily operations Shutdown our legacy technologies in several Vodafone markets in Europe, including Germany, UK, Italy, Netherlands, Czech Republic and Greece Foster vendor collaboration to ensure energy-efficient technologies integration in their products
| We pioneered two smart energy initiatives to manage our energy storage and feed into the grid balancing service. Find out more here.In Romania, Vodafone installed new Open Radio Access Network (RAN) sites in 20 cities across Romania to give customers a highly responsive network with improved energy efficiency. Find out more here. |
| Alternative fuels | We connect our base stations to the electricity grid where economically feasible, so that we can rely less on power generators. Where this is not yet possible, we develop proof of concepts and conduct research to find alternative low or zero-carbon sources of power. | Commenced studies to assess the feasibility of using biofuel-diesel blends to power off-grid network assets in Egypt Began deploying hydrotreated vegetable oil (‘HVO’) biofuel to power parts of our network in the UK
| |
| On-site renewables | We increase the number of sites across our mobile access and fixed line networks and property estate with on-site renewable electricity generation and power storage. Ultimately, we aim to develop scalable renewable generation solutions designed to meet the needs of our distributed network sites and operations. | Developed trials to test solutions that will help us transition towards low- or zero-carbon alternative fuels, such as hydrogen, in the future Installed microturbine technology in Romania Progressed a proof-of-concept trial of a metal hydride hydrogen energy storage system in South Africa
| In South Africa, Vodacom’s campus was awarded with a 5-Star Existing Building Performance (EPB) certification for using 25% solar energy for its power consumption. Find out more here.In Germany, Vodafone announced a new plan to increase the share of self-produced energy through solar power. Find out more here. |
| Fluorinated gas (‘F-gas’) strategy | We seek to reduce the accidental release of F-gases by improving the maintenance and operation of our cooling and fire suppression systems. We are also transitioning to lower global warming potential (’GWP’) gases where possible. | Implemented advanced cooling systems that use less energy while maintaining optimal operating temperatures for data centers, such as liquid cooling and free cooling techniques Implement dynamic thermal management systems that adjust cooling based on real-time thermal data, ensuring efficient energy use
| |
| Electrical Vehicles (EVs) fleet in Europe | We aim to transition from using diesel and petrol fuel in company vehicles (internal combustion engines) to using electric vehicles (EVs) powered by electricity from renewable sources. | | |
| Renewable electricity purchasing | We aim to match more of the electricity we use with renewable energy certificates, with an increasing proportion purchased directly from renewable generators via power purchase agreements (PPAs), in accordance with our RE100 commitment. Purchasing renewable electricity is particularly challenging in markets where renewable energy market mechanisms are less mature. To support the development of the African renewable energy market, we aim to innovate and scale up new models of renewable energy purchasing in our African markets.Ultimately, the objective of our renewable electricity procurement programme is to support the transition from fossil fuels to renewables. As the renewable energy market evolves, we will continue to seek new ways of supporting that transition through our procurement practices. | Achieved our target to match 100% of grid electricity purchased and used in our global operations with electricity added to the grid from renewable sources.Find out more. | |