Baghdad, Iraq | October 23rd , 2023 – Asiacell, the leading telecommunications company in Iraq, is honoured to announce its receipt of the Leadership & Excellence Award for Outstanding Green Power Development by the esteemed SAMENA Council in UAE. This significant accolade underscores Asiacell’s steadfast commitment to environmental sustainability and innovative practices in the telecommunications industry, setting a new benchmark for responsible green power utilisation.
Over the past two years, Asiacell has embarked on a transformative journey towards harnessing natural energy sources, thereby influencing a substantial part of its operations. The company has deployed over 7,500 state-of-the-art 4G/4G+ towers, meticulously designed to be environmentally friendly. Constructed with sustainable materials, these towers have not only elevated internet speeds and service quality across Iraq but have also significantly reduced carbon emissions.
Furthering its dedication to innovation, Asiacell has pioneered the ‘Solar and Lithium hybrid Sites’ project, which provides coverage for all provinces of Iraq. This ground-breaking initiative replaces traditional electricity sources with a harmonious blend of battery and solar power systems, ensuring uninterrupted services while substantially reducing both operational costs and environmental pollution.
Hicham Siblini, CTIO of Asiacell, expressed his thoughts on the prestigious recognition: “We are deeply honoured to receive the SAMENA LEAD Award for Outstanding Green Power Development. This award serves as a testament to our unwavering dedication to environmental sustainability. At Asiacell, we are committed to implementing sustainable business practices for the benefit of our valued customers, resolute employees, and the communities we serve.”
Asiacell’s approach to sustainability has established it as a responsible corporate entity, making considerable strides in preserving and protecting the natural world for future generations.