TXO has collaborated with the Carbon Trust to launch the Carbon Calculator; an industry-first tool for companies to quantify the carbon savings from buying and selling refurbished network equipment.
As industries such as telecoms, rail, and transport accelerate their journey towards net zero, TXO’s Carbon Calculator provides an essential tool for measuring the environmental benefits of circularity. It quantifies the total CO₂ savings from purchasing refurbished equipment and the resale of surplus technology assets, providing businesses with a clear and credible way to track their carbon impact. By making it simpler to measure the environmental value of refurbishment, the calculator supports the adoption of circular practices and helps organisations to make more informed, sustainable decisions in line with their net zero commitments.
Integrated into TXO’s asset management software, i-TRAC, the calculator calculates carbon savings by comparing the carbon footprint of brand-new products with the footprint of refurbished equipment, including transport and repairs. Depending on the category of equipment, businesses can expect carbon savings of up to 93%, compared to purchasing new.
“At TXO, we’re excited to lead the charge in championing the circular economy, and with our new carbon calculator, we’re empowering businesses to achieve their sustainability goals more effectively than ever before,” said Julia Evans, Group Operations Director, TXO. “This is exactly what industries like telecoms have been seeking. We work alongside operators who are dedicated to reducing their carbon footprint, and we’re proud to support that goal with the software and technology. We believe this calculator will be the crucial link that connects net zero ambitions with the adoption of circular practices, driving broader acceptance and delivering long-term value for both businesses and the planet.”
Compared with other verticals in the ICT sector, telecoms was one of the earlier industries to start the journey towards net zero. For example, the GSMA board committed the mobile sector to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and highlighted circularity as a key pillar to do so. Despite many operators committing to net zero targets, specific goals around circularity and its impact are less common. TXO and the Carbon Trust aim to change this by giving this insight at scale across the supply chain, based on best practices.
“The Carbon Trust is a global consultancy, driven by the mission to accelerate the move to a decarbonised future,” added Hugh Jones, Managing Director, the Carbon Trust. “Developing this model with TXO is a major step towards demystifying refurbishment for network operators that are often focused on carbon reduction. Having a clear carbon benefit tied to circular practices could be hugely impactful. Circularity is a key lever to reduce carbon footprints towards net zero and could drive real change across the industry.”
Alongside the new carbon calculator, i-TRAC provides real-time visibility of technology inventory across a business’ global supply chain and the financial savings from refurbished equipment. With this solution, TXO is not only helping businesses become more sustainable but also supporting operational and financial performance.
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