In a recent feature by Fierce Network, Julia Evans underscores how sustainability and cost-efficiency are becoming increasingly aligned. As telcos accelerate fibre and 5G rollouts, they’re finding that recovering and reusing equipment not only helps reduce emissions, it also frees up capital for vital network upgrades. Resale and metal recovery are emerging as practical tools to reduce waste and unlock hidden value from existing infrastructure.
TXO’s expertise lies in turning legacy infrastructure into a strategic asset. By identifying components that can be refurbished, resold, or responsibly recycled, operators can free up both budget and space, enabling faster modernisation efforts. This approach doesn’t just reduce procurement costs, it also supports sustainability goals by extending the lifecycle of critical materials and reducing reliance on raw resource extraction.
Beyond sustainability benefits, TXO’s circular solutions create tangible commercial gains. By extracting valuable metals like copper, gold, silver, and palladium from decommissioned equipment, TXO enables operators to recover substantial financial value that can be reinvested in their networks. Often, equipment only requires cleaning rather than extensive repair, making refurbished components a fast and viable alternative to new purchases.
Major global operators including BT, Vodafone, Telia, Deutsche Telekom, Orange, and AT&T are already partnering with TXO to accelerate this transition. As vendors increasingly support sustainable upgrade paths, circularity is becoming not just accepted, but a critical part of telecom infrastructure strategy.
To help quantify the impact, TXO has developed a proprietary Carbon Calculator, enabling operators to measure emissions saved by opting for refurbished equipment. This data-driven insight empowers procurement and sustainability teams to make informed choices that align with both commercial goals and environmental responsibilities. Now is the time for telecom to tackle sustainability, and it’s just gotten easier.