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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.

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Keynote speech on Sustainability - FITCE Fibre Congress

Oct 22, 2025

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Event: FITCE Fibre Congress – Keynote on Sustainability
Speaker: Jeroen Kanselaar, Sustainability Committee Chair
Date and Time: 22 October 2025, 13:00–14:00
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Organiser: FITCE.be

As the broadband sector continued its expansion, addressing sustainability challenges became a key priority for industry stakeholders. Reducing environmental impact, promoting energy-efficient network deployment, and integrating ESG strategies across the fibre ecosystem were critical to ensuring a responsible and resilient digital future.

This 60-minute keynote session took place in the opening block of the FITCE Fibre Congress, bringing together around 150–180 representatives from the Belgian fibre community, including operators, solution providers, and policymakers. The session highlighted actionable insights and strategies for sustainable network development, followed by a brief Q&A segment.

The FTTH Council Europe contributed expert perspectives on how the industry could leverage fibre infrastructure to enhance sustainability outcomes, sharing recommendations and best practices to support the sector’s environmental and social objectives. In-person participation was encouraged to engage directly with the discussion and network with industry peers.

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