TELUS has successfully recycled more than
3,600 tonnes of copper
Copper to Fibre transition has already
resulted in a cumulative reduction of over 7,400 tonnes of
greenhouse gas emissions as PureFibre is up to 85 per cent more
energy efficient than copper and more resilient to extreme weather
events
VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 8, 2024
/CNW/ - TELUS' commitment to upgrading its network from copper to
PureFibre, synonymous with lightning-fast speeds and unparalleled
reliability, continues to enable significant but lesser-known
environmental benefits, contributing to Canada's ambitious net-zero targets and
helping create a more sustainable future. Our early strategic
investment in award-winning TELUS PureFibre has positioned us as a
global leader in copper retirement and enabled the significant
reduction of over 7,400 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions since
2018 – equivalent to removing over 1,600 gas-powered cars from our
roads for one year*. This is attributed to the decommissioning of
thousands of copper devices and our copper retirement program,
where we have recycled or repurposed more than 3,600 tonnes of
copper, offsetting the need to mine new copper sources.
"Copper plays a vital role in Canada's electrification strategy, supporting
the transmission and distribution network, as well as renewable
technologies. By strategically repurposing copper, TELUS is
directly contributing to the country's electrification goals and
building a circular economy around this valuable resource. Our
proactive metal recycling initiative sets the standard for an
industrial-scale recycling program, further solidifying TELUS'
leadership in sustainability," said Tony
Geheran, Chief Operations Officer at TELUS.
Since 2018, TELUS has been on a journey to migrate residential
customers from copper to PureFibre, and we are proud to announce
that we have successfully migrated over half a million to date. As
of the end of 2023, TELUS has migrated 98 per cent of eligible
customers with 14 key geographies across BC and AB now completely
copper free, paving the way for the numerous benefits inherent with
PureFibre, including faster speeds, and increased resilience to
extreme weather events, ensuring that TELUS' network remains
available even during severe weather emergencies.
At up to 85 percent more energy-efficient than copper, TELUS
PureFibre is Canada's most
sustainable internet technology. This energy efficiency has reduced
network repair activity and technician visits by two-thirds,
resulting in fewer tailpipe emissions from our fleet.
TELUS remains committed to driving sustainable innovation and
delivering superior connectivity to Canadians. The network
investment from copper to fibre is a significant step towards
achieving our sustainability goals while providing our customers
with a more reliable and future-proof network.
* Source: United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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About TELUS
TELUS (TSX: T) (NYSE: TU) is a dynamic, world-leading
communications technology company with more than $18 billion in annual revenue and over 18 million
customer connections spanning wireless, data, IP, voice,
television, entertainment, video, and security. Our social purpose
is to leverage our global-leading technology and compassion to
drive social change and enable remarkable human outcomes. Our
longstanding commitment to putting our customers first fuels every
aspect of our business, making us a distinct leader in customer
service excellence and loyalty. The numerous, sustained accolades
TELUS has earned over the years from independent, industry-leading
network insight firms showcase the strength and speed of TELUS'
global-leading networks, reinforcing our commitment to provide
Canadians with access to superior technology that connects us to
the people, resources and information that make our lives
better.
Operating in 32 countries around the world, TELUS International
(TSX and NYSE: TIXT) is a leading digital customer experience
innovator that designs, builds, and delivers next-generation
solutions, including AI and content moderation, for global and
disruptive brands across strategic industry verticals, including
tech and games, communications and media, eCommerce and fintech,
banking, financial services and insurance, healthcare, and
others.
TELUS Health is a global healthcare leader, which provides
employee and family primary and preventive healthcare and wellbeing
solutions. Our TELUS team, along with our 100,000 health
professionals, are leveraging the combination of TELUS' strong
digital and data analytics capabilities with our unsurpassed client
service to dramatically improve remedial, preventive and mental
health outcomes covering more than 69 million lives, and growing,
around the world. As the largest provider of digital solutions and
digital insights of its kind, TELUS Agriculture & Consumer
Goods enables efficient and sustainable production from seed to
store, helping improve the safety and quality of food and other
goods in a way that is traceable to end consumers.
Driven by our determination and vision to connect all citizens
for good, our deeply meaningful and enduring philosophy to give
where we live has inspired TELUS and our team to contribute
$1.6 billion, including 2.2 million
days of service since 2000. This unprecedented generosity and
unparalleled volunteerism have made TELUS the most giving company
in the world. Together, let's make the future friendly.
For more information about TELUS, please visit telus.com,
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Instagram.
Athyu Eleti
TELUS Media Relations
athyu.eleti@telus.com
SOURCE TELUS Communications Inc.