The GCC ESG Telecommunications Alliance moves towards sustainability
Ooredoo Group, in collaboration with fellow GCC telcos, has taken a significant stride towards advancing sustainability in the region.
Marking the conclusion of its first year, the GCC ESG Telecommunications Alliance Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has set in motion a knowledge exchange and transformative journey to drive sustainability across GCC telcos.
United regional front
The pivotal MoU was signed by seven telecommunications companies from the Gulf region during Mobile World Congress 2022, demonstrating a united regional front to reduce carbon footprints across operations and all the interconnected activities involved in the production and distribution of telco services.
“Our digital products aim to assist customers in reducing their impact on the environment while still being able to receive the services that matter most to them. We promise to deliver not only to our customers’ aspirations, but also work towards building a sustainable legacy,” remarked Aziz Aluthman Fakhroo, MD and Group CEO, Ooredoo.
Collaborative effort
“The collaborative effort by GCC telcos represents a significant stride towards positioning the region to address any forthcoming sustainability challenges and regulatory requirements,” commented Abdulla Ahmad Al Zaman, Group Chief Financial Officer, Ooredoo.
Under the two-year MoU, the signatories are committed to collaborating in key areas, including advancing sustainability by forging partnerships that contribute positively to environmental, social, and economic values. These efforts aim to mitigate any negative impacts on local communities where the telcos operate, a press communique concluded.
