ENVIRONMENT
LOOKING AHEAD
We target to implement the new Singtel Group Environment and Energy framework to effect the following:
Assess the long-term energy impact of new procured technologies within our operation
Establish e-waste recycling capability for the broader scope of e-waste
Conduct environment life cycle impact and climate change adaptation exercise
Undertaking a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is an effective way to determine the direct and indirect environmental impact across our business. In FY2016, we will undertake a detailed LCA that will help us build on our existing environmental programmes to address areas of the business that create the biggest impact. The LCA will also guide our sustainable supply chain work.
To ensure that we operate a resilient, extensive and quality mobile network, we will undertake a detailed climate change adaptation analysis across Singapore and Australia. This exercise will help us understand the projected impact of climate change on our assets and ensure that we build resilience measures into our design, construction and upgrade of new and existing facilities.
In FY2016, we will identify and assess which facilities, networks and base stations that are the most exposed to the physical impact of climate change such as bush fires, sea level rising, floods, fire and cyclones so that we can develop plans to adapt and ensure business continuity and limit down-times during emergencies.