Globe Telecom Inc. over the weekend said it deployed innovative technology to its network that cuts costs and shrinks its carbon footprint.
The Ayala-led telco is utilizing built-in power-saving features within their base station technology (BTS) to optimize its LTE and 5G networks.
These features, called Symbol Power Saving and Carrier Shutdown, automatically adjusts network operations based on real-time traffic, ensuring peak efficiency without sacrificing service quality.
Symbol Power Saving or “Microsleep” conserves energy during brief idle moments by disabling the power amplifier when no data is transmitted, achieving about 1 to 4 percent power savings.
During extended low-traffic periods, Carrier Shutdown is employed to maintain essential coverage while disabling capacity layers, leading to substantial power savings of approximately 3 percent to 7 percent.
Through these initiatives, Globe conserved around 637 MWh as at end-2023, translating to a carbon footprint reduction of 464 metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2).
“The successful implementation of these advanced BTS power-saving techniques highlights our commitment to sustainability and innovation,” Joel Agustin, Globe’s senior vice president and head of Network Planning and Engineering, said.
“We continue to integrate sustainability initiatives into our network plans to reduce the energy consumption of our equipment. Leveraging the latest technology, we are not only enhancing our operational efficiency but also leading the industry towards a more sustainable future,” he added.
Globe’s strategy encompasses a holistic approach to energy conservation and performance optimization without compromising user experience. Aside from utilizing BTS technology’s power-saving features, Globe is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) for enhanced efficiency, adopting energy-efficient solutions, decommissioning outdated equipment, and making use of data analytics and crowdsourcing to reduce reliance on physical drive tests.
The company’s energy-saving efforts are part of its broader commitment to environmental stewardship, aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
