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DIPA and Vodafone Idea Join Forces
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DIPA and Vodafone Idea Join Forces

The Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) and Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi) announced a ground-breaking collaboration aimed at accelerating sustainable connectivity across India's telecommunications landscape. This strategic partnership will focus on implementing green energy solutions, promoting the Green Energy Open Access (GEOA) policy, and driving transformative clean energy adoption throughout the telecom infrastructure sector.

The collaboration between DIPA and Vi represents a significant milestone in India's journey toward a carbon-neutral telecom ecosystem. Both organizations will work together to develop comprehensive frameworks for sustainable infrastructure deployment, renewable energy integration, and environmental stewardship across the digital infrastructure value chain.

Key focus areas of the partnership include:
  • Green Energy Open Access Implementation: Leveraging the GEOA policy framework to enable widespread adoption of renewable energy sources across telecom infrastructure
  • Sustainable Infrastructure Development: Creating guidelines and best practices for environmentally responsible telecom infrastructure deployment
  • Clean Energy Technology Integration: Promoting innovative solutions for renewable energy adoption in towers, data centers, and network facilities
  • Industry Transformation: Driving sector-wide adoption of green initiatives and carbon reduction strategiesx

Manoj Kumar Singh, Director General, Digital Infrastructure Providers Association, commented on the partnership: "This collaboration with Vodafone Idea marks a pivotal moment in our industry's commitment to environmental sustainability. As DIPA continues its extensive work toward our zero-carbon mission, this partnership will accelerate the adoption of green energy solutions across India's digital infrastructure ecosystem. Together, we are not just building connectivity infrastructure – we are building a sustainable future for generations to come."

Ambika Khurana, Chief Regulatory & Corporate Affairs Officer, Vodafone Idea and Director, Vi Foundation, stated: "Vi is committed to leading the telecom industry's transition toward sustainable operations. Our partnership with DIPA aligns perfectly with our environmental goals and reinforces our dedication to responsible business practices. By collaborating on green energy initiatives and sustainable infrastructure solutions, we are setting new benchmarks for the industry while contributing to India's broader climate objectives."

The partnership comes at a crucial time when the telecommunications sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, with increasing demand for digital connectivity driving infrastructure expansion across urban and rural markets. Both organizations recognize that this growth must be sustainable and environmentally responsible to ensure long-term viability.

DIPA has been at the forefront of promoting green energy initiatives within the digital infrastructure sector, working extensively on policies and frameworks that support the industry's zero carbon mission. The association's commitment to environmental sustainability has positioned it as a thought leader in driving systemic change across the telecom infrastructure landscape.

Vodafone Idea's participation in this collaboration underscores the company's commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable business practices. As one of India's leading telecommunications operators, Vi's involvement will provide valuable insights into practical implementation challenges and opportunities for scaling green energy solutions.

The partnership will also focus on knowledge sharing, capacity building, and creating awareness about the benefits of sustainable telecom infrastructure among industry stakeholders, policymakers, and the broader ecosystem.

Both organizations anticipate that this collaboration will serve as a catalyst for broader industry transformation, encouraging other players in the telecom ecosystem to adopt similar sustainable practices and contribute to India's climate goals.

The Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) and Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi) announced a ground-breaking collaboration aimed at accelerating sustainable connectivity across India's telecommunications landscape. This strategic partnership will focus on implementing green energy solutions, promoting the Green Energy Open Access (GEOA) policy, and driving transformative clean energy adoption throughout the telecom infrastructure sector.The collaboration between DIPA and Vi represents a significant milestone in India's journey toward a carbon-neutral telecom ecosystem. Both organizations will work together to develop comprehensive frameworks for sustainable infrastructure deployment, renewable energy integration, and environmental stewardship across the digital infrastructure value chain.Key focus areas of the partnership include:Green Energy Open Access Implementation: Leveraging the GEOA policy framework to enable widespread adoption of renewable energy sources across telecom infrastructureSustainable Infrastructure Development: Creating guidelines and best practices for environmentally responsible telecom infrastructure deploymentClean Energy Technology Integration: Promoting innovative solutions for renewable energy adoption in towers, data centers, and network facilitiesIndustry Transformation: Driving sector-wide adoption of green initiatives and carbon reduction strategiesxManoj Kumar Singh, Director General, Digital Infrastructure Providers Association, commented on the partnership: This collaboration with Vodafone Idea marks a pivotal moment in our industry's commitment to environmental sustainability. As DIPA continues its extensive work toward our zero-carbon mission, this partnership will accelerate the adoption of green energy solutions across India's digital infrastructure ecosystem. Together, we are not just building connectivity infrastructure – we are building a sustainable future for generations to come.Ambika Khurana, Chief Regulatory & Corporate Affairs Officer, Vodafone Idea and Director, Vi Foundation, stated: Vi is committed to leading the telecom industry's transition toward sustainable operations. Our partnership with DIPA aligns perfectly with our environmental goals and reinforces our dedication to responsible business practices. By collaborating on green energy initiatives and sustainable infrastructure solutions, we are setting new benchmarks for the industry while contributing to India's broader climate objectives.The partnership comes at a crucial time when the telecommunications sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, with increasing demand for digital connectivity driving infrastructure expansion across urban and rural markets. Both organizations recognize that this growth must be sustainable and environmentally responsible to ensure long-term viability.DIPA has been at the forefront of promoting green energy initiatives within the digital infrastructure sector, working extensively on policies and frameworks that support the industry's zero carbon mission. The association's commitment to environmental sustainability has positioned it as a thought leader in driving systemic change across the telecom infrastructure landscape.Vodafone Idea's participation in this collaboration underscores the company's commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable business practices. As one of India's leading telecommunications operators, Vi's involvement will provide valuable insights into practical implementation challenges and opportunities for scaling green energy solutions.The partnership will also focus on knowledge sharing, capacity building, and creating awareness about the benefits of sustainable telecom infrastructure among industry stakeholders, policymakers, and the broader ecosystem.Both organizations anticipate that this collaboration will serve as a catalyst for broader industry transformation, encouraging other players in the telecom ecosystem to adopt similar sustainable practices and contribute to India's climate goals.

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