Telecommunications is a more environmentally friendly industry than many. Nevertheless, OTE acknowledges that businesses with a leading role in South-eastern Europe are those that combine:
We recognize our own responsibility and aim to actively contribute to the mitigation of the global environmental issues, such as climate change and natural resources conservation. In this context, we are developing a series of initiatives and actions, in line with international rules and practices, with qualitative and measurable quantitative goals.
OTE aims at decreasing the impact of its operations on the environment, thus contributing to the establishment of corporate environmental responsibility. An integrated environmental policy and management scheme were formulated in order to meet this objective, with clearly defined annual improvement benchmarks. At the same time, we look for the design and development of products and services that enable our customers to reduce their environmental impacts.
Aiming at the ongoing improvement of our environmental performance, we:
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Analyze, monitor and strive to systematically improve the calculation of our environmental impact
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Design and implement measures for reducing our environmental impact by considering:
- Rational use of energy, water and raw materials
- Promotion and utilization of Renewable Energy Sources
- Reduction of greenhouse and other gas emissions
- Recycling of raw materials and consumables
- Minimization of any potential impacts from electromagnetic radiation
- Environmental awareness
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Invest in research & development through our participation in national / international research programs
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Develop products and services that enable our customers to improve their environmental performance
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Actively participate in the ongoing, formal or informal consultations regarding climate change mitigation and environmental protection in general
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Raise environmental awareness of our employees and customers
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Support actions and initiatives undertaken by environmental organizations
For detailed information, data and relevant initiatives, please visit: www.ote.gr/cr2010/cr2010
