The ETSI White Paper highlights how deploying advanced all-optical fiber networks can meet surging consumer demand for high-speed connectivity while significantly reducing the ICT industry’s carbon footprint. By transitioning to FTTH/B infrastructure, operators can achieve speeds up to 1000 Mb/s and support Industry 4.0 applications like predictive maintenance with lower energy consumption and longer equipment lifespans. The document outlines quantitative forecasts suggesting these all-fiber networks could substantially cut CO2 emissions by 2030, aligning with global climate targets. It further details market trends, the role of FTTR in vertical industries, and the specific optical technologies enabling this sustainable shift.
Keywords: fibre optic, sustainable development, carbon footprint, all-optical networks, FTTH