STL to become net-zero by 2030

STL, an industry-leading integrator of digital networks, has announced its commitment to become a carbon-neutral company by 2030.

As STL drives digital networks of the future, it is accelerating its efforts towards net-zero manufacturing and sustainable network build strategies.

Relentlessly innovating towards eco-friendly product development, STL has conducted Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) for ten optical fiber cable families and aims to cover 100% of its portfolio by 2030. Its Celesta cable reduces the overall plastic content while aerial cables (ADSS) reduce the usage of harmful thermoplastic like Aramid yarns.

Commenting on STL’s sustainability initiatives, Ankit Agarwal, MD, STL said, “As STL continues to transform billions of lives through digital networks, mainstreaming climate control actions is at the core of our business practices. We have taken giant strides towards implementing our environmental impact programmes sustainable sourcing, water positivity and much more. We will continue to aggressively invest in becoming a carbon-through zero waste to landfill, neutral company through various energy efficiency initiatives.”