Empresa de Telecomunicaciones de Bogotá ETB S.A.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2013-2016)

Decreased water consumption by 45,105 m³ and reduced water costs by 105 million from 2008 to 2013. In 2013, decreased energy consumption by 991,997 kWh (equivalent to 3,571.19 gigajoules) compared to 2012.
Increased recycling and reuse of waste materials (specific percentages not provided but mentioned as a goal and progress made).

Implemented employee training programs on environmental responsibility.
Launched the “ETB te llama al cuidado del Planeta” project, impacting over 5,000 people in promoting water conservation and environmental awareness.

Established an Environmental Management Committee (COPIGA) in 2010 to oversee environmental performance.
Adherence to the Global Compact and Millennium Development Goals since 2005.
Developed and implemented an Environmental Management System (EMS) based on NTC ISO 14001:2004.

Medium-term Goals:

Short-term Goals:

Significant energy consumption required for telecommunications operations.
Generation of hazardous waste and other waste streams.
Water consumption in some facilities.
Environmental risks associated with various company sites (e.g., proximity to wetlands, risk of flooding, presence of rodents and vectors).

Implementation of energy-efficient technologies and practices (e.g., campaigns for efficient energy use, inspections to verify lights and equipment are turned off).
Improved waste management practices (e.g., increased recycling, proper handling of hazardous waste).
Water conservation measures (e.g., optimizing water consumption per person).
Implementation of wastewater treatment systems where applicable.
Environmental criteria included in procurement and contracting processes.

Climate Change Data