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 10 - Sustainability at the core of FTTH strategies

In an era where sustainability is a critical concern permeating every facet of the Fiber-to-the-Home industry, this session delves into the strategic imperatives and urgent actions necessary for a greener future. As sustainability has evolved beyond a mere buzzword, and is now impacting all sectors of the FTTH industry, this panel brings together thought leaders and experts to explore the transformative role of sustainability in shaping the industry's trajectory. 

Attendees can expect a comprehensive discussion on the challenges, opportunities, and innovative approaches to reduce carbon emissions within our industry, with practical examples and success cases on how to embed sustainability practices into FTTH strategies. As the urgency for greener practices heightens, this session provides a platform to collectively address and navigate the complex landscape.


Speakers: Robin Zuercher - Programme Officer, Green Digital Action at International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Laurentiu Prodan - Director at DIF Capital Partners, Laura Fernández Cavas - Head of Sustainable Finance at Telefónica, Jacek Wiśniewski - Chief Executive Officer at NEXERA SP. Z O.O. and Chiara Mazzone - Programme Officer at Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking - moderated by Jeroen Kanselaar - Sustainability Committee Chair at the FTTH Council Europe

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