du launches project to upgrade 300 DG sites for net zero telecom

du, a prominent ICT service provider in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has undertaken a new project aimed at enhancing sustainability and achieving its goal of becoming a Net Zero ICT service provider. The project involves upgrading 300 diesel generator (DG) sites in remote UAE communities.

As part of the UAE’s commitment to net zero, the government launched the Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative in 2021, making it the first country in the Middle East to take such a pledge. du aligns its efforts with the Paris Agreement and the UAE Net Zero 2050 strategic initiative and is committed to reducing its carbon footprint.

To extend network coverage to remote areas, du previously relied on diesel generators as the primary energy source, resulting in CO2 emissions and high operational costs. In partnership with Huawei, a global ICT infrastructure and digital power solutions provider, du will deploy advanced hybrid power solutions to decrease its reliance on DGs and minimize energy consumption. This move will improve energy efficiency and network coverage while addressing the carbon footprint. By deploying these advanced hybrid power solutions with state-of-the-art Lithium Batteries, du expects to reduce carbon emissions by 10,000 tons annually, equivalent to planting 500,000 trees each year.

Saleem AlBlooshi, Chief Technology Officer at du, emphasized the company’s dedication to sustainable development and its proactive approach to significantly reducing carbon emissions. The deployment of state-of-the-art hybrid power solutions reflects du’s commitment to delivering eco-friendly and sustainable services to even the most remote regions. The initiative demonstrates the company’s determination to contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.

This project is just one of the ways du actively contributes to a low-carbon future. The company maintains its commitment to collaborating with leading suppliers to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable development through technological innovation.