GROUP DESCRIPTION

The ETIS Energy Working Group is a trusted peer community of sustainability leaders, energy managers, and technical experts from European telecom operators and key energy partners.

This group provides a confidential environment to exchange strategies, technical solutions, and operational practices aimed at reducing energy consumption, optimizing telecom operations, and supporting the transition to renewable and smart energy systems. Members collaborate on efficiency measures across networks and infrastructure, AI-driven optimization, green energy sourcing, and unlocking new value streams through energy-related services.

KEY FOCUS AREAS IN 2025-2026:

• Energy Efficiency & Smart Systems: Implementing smart energy frameworks—from infrastructure to sites and data centres—to minimize consumption and boost sustainability.
  
  
• AI-Driven Energy Optimization: Leveraging AI and advanced analytics to predict, monitor, and manage energy usage in real-time, reducing costs and environmental impact.
  
  
• Energy Supply Strategy & Green Sourcing: Exploring pathways to 24/7 renewable energy—including solar, wind, and green PPAs—and securing reliable electricity sourcing.
  
  
• Smart Energy & IoT Integration: Deploying IoT-enabled systems and smart grids to enable dynamic energy management and intelligent resource allocation.
  
  
• Energy Data Analytics & Benchmarking: Harnessing data to measure performance, drive continuous improvement, and set actionable energy KPIs.
  
  
• Emerging Energy Business Models: Exploring revenue opportunities in energy—such as energy-as-a-service, battery storage, and telecom-enabled green offerings—reflecting the “Expanding into Energy & Utilities” outlook from Gathering 2025.

PARTICIPANT PROFILE:

The group welcomes professionals with operational or strategic responsibility for energy, sustainability, and environmental impact in telecom organizations and key partners. Typical roles include:

• Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs)
• Energy Managers
• Energy Efficiency Engineers
• Regulatory & Compliance Specialists
• Sustainability Consultants
• Environmental or CSR Managers
• Renewable Energy Specialists

HOW WE WORK:

• 1 In-Person Meetings per Year: Held every June and January, featuring deep-dive discussions, case demonstrations, and peer networking in a trusted setting.
  
  
• 3–5 Online Activities per Year: Webinars, roundtables, and virtual exchanges tailored to current industry needs, covering:
  • Peer-Led Knowledge Exchanges: Members present operational insights, pilot outcomes, and best practices.
  • Expert Insights: Guest speakers on green technologies, regulatory shifts, and strategic innovations.
  • Benchmarks & Surveys: Data-driven initiatives to monitor energy performance and highlight operator industry trends

PARTICIPATING COMPANIES:

Includes leading European telecom operators, energy solution providers, and sustainability-focused partners committed to lowering environmental impact.
(Full member list available upon request or via ETIS member portal.)

GROUP COORDINATOR:

The Energy Working Group is coordinated by Wim De Meyer and Ayush Pandey, who facilitate all activities, support member engagement, and ensure smooth collaboration across the group.

For questions or to learn how to get involved, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Working Group confidentiality rules can be accessed  here .

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