Fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) networks have a significantly lower carbon footprint than hybrid fiber coaxial (HFC) networks, with reductions in embodied and operational carbon across all metrics.
The FBA's Sustainability Working Group found that fiber networks have a 60% lower carbon footprint in manufacturing and a 96% reduction in operational electricity usage compared to HFC.
Utilizing the GHG Protocol and lifecycle assessment, the FBA emphasizes that FTTH networks not only outperform HFC, but offer better options for sustainable end-of-life practices.
Overall, the findings suggest that transitioning to fiber networks may not only lower carbon emissions, but also present greater recycling opportunities as compared to legacy networks.
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