About the Committee

The Investments & ESG Committee brings together the work of the Council's former Investors, Sustainability and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion committees under a single structure, reflecting how closely capital, environmental performance and social responsibility are now linked in digital infrastructure.

The Committee provides a forum for investors, operators and industry experts to examine the financial and non-financial factors shaping fibre and data centre investment across Europe. Its scope spans the investment landscape and financing conditions for network rollout, the environmental footprint and sustainability credentials of fibre infrastructure, and the governance and diversity practices that support a resilient, competitive industry.

By combining these perspectives, the Committee aims to give members a clearer view of how ESG considerations influence investment decisions,  and how the sector can demonstrate its value to the investors, policymakers and stakeholders who rely on that evidence.

This page is new and growing. The Committee's reports, studies, and other resources will be added here as they're published - in the meantime, you can explore the latest assets below.

Panel 14 - FTTH rural deployment remains a challenge

Recognising the lag in deployment versus urban and sub-urban regions, this session tackles the persisting challenge of FTTH coverage in rural areas. As the industry grapples with this pressing issue, the discussion explores the enduring obstacles and sheds light on the innovative solutions poised to reshape the FTTH landscape in underserved areas.  

Unveiling a comprehensive perspective, the panel addresses the pivotal role of connectivity in rural communities and delves into the diverse strategies and technologies that hold promise for narrowing the gap. Join alternative rural operators, representatives of the investors community, and members of the regulatory world for an insightful discussion over the challenges, opportunities, and pioneering approaches that will shape the future of FTTH deployment in rural areas. A critical dialogue for envisioning an inclusive and connected digital future.


Speakers: Mariam Sulaberidze - Chief Executive Officer at N(N)LE OPEN NET, Mike Surrey - Chair at Alncom, Pedro Abad - Chief Executive Officer at ASTEO Red Neutra and Robert Mourik - Chairperson at Commission for Communications Regulation (ComReg) - moderated by Leszek Drozd - Chair at Open Access Working Group

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