Airtel and Nokia Drive 'Green 5G' Initiative to Slash Carbon Emissions

Bharti Airtel and Nokia have collaborated on the 'Green 5G' initiative to boost energy efficiency in Airtel's mobile network, aiming to cut carbon emissions by 143,413 metric tons yearly. The project involves AI, machine learning, and software features, promoting zero-traffic, zero-watt operations to save power.

Telecom giants Bharti Airtel and Nokia have joined forces to introduce the 'Green 5G' initiative, targeting enhanced energy efficiency within Airtel's mobile networks. The ambitious project seeks to significantly curtail carbon emissions by 143,413 metric tons annually, the companies announced.

Central to the initiative is the optimization of Airtel's 4G and 5G Radio Access Network using cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, alongside advanced software innovations. This approach is expected to achieve superior energy efficiency during both peak and off-peak hours.

Additionally, the collaboration focuses on minimizing power usage when networks are idle, guided by a 'zero-traffic, zero-watt' strategy, while maintaining high performance. This initiative is part of a broader sustainability push from Airtel, which includes significant investment in solar power and green energy sources.

(With inputs from agencies.)