Must provide 4G coverage and was developed in partnership with Crossflow Energy and Cornerstone
As part of reaching his larger goal Net Zero UK operation by 2027, Vodafone is testing the UK’s first live wind- and solar-powered mobile phone mast in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Mast, which will provide 4G coverage to the Eglwyswrw community, was developed in partnership with wind turbine technology expert Crossflow Energy and mobile infrastructure partner Cornerstone, and is expected to help Vodafone reduce some carbon emissions and reach its climate targets. Will. One of the most inaccessible and inaccessible locations in the UK.
Andrea Donna, Vodafone’s Chief Network Officer and Development Director, commented, “Connection is vital for everyone, no matter where you are.” It was impossible. It would help reduce our carbon emissions and reduce our impact on the local environment. If this trial is successful, we would like to roll out more ‘self-powered’ mast with a focus on areas that are poor or have no coverage. “
According to Vodafone, the mast is capable of generating electricity even in light air, and it can be installed without digging trenches and laying power cables, both of which have a profound effect on the local environment.
“It’s extremely quiet, making it effective for sensitive sites, such as areas of outstanding natural beauty. It can be ‘filtered out’ as a solid object by radar, birds and bats, so it can be easily avoided, making it less harmful to wildlife, “said Vodafone.
The mast will run for two years, collecting data that Vodafone hopes will help optimize the technology and determine which sites are best suited for such infrastructure.
Vodafone’s additional climate action includes a switch 100% renewable electricityReduced CO2 emissions by 37%, trial of electric vehicle charging points and recent 10-year power deals with three new solar farms in Lincolnshire, Worcestershire and Nottinghamshire.
