07 October 2024

M1 Limited’s has installed solar panels at eight BTS sites across Singapore to reduce grid electricity consumption and overall energy use.

These installations have cut electricity consumption by about 20% per site, equating to approximately 4,800kWh annually per BTS, which is more than 13 months’ worth of energy for an average four-room household.

The company plans to add solar panels to another 10 sites in 2025 and will continue to monitor technology trends and conduct trials to enhance its green energy use. It has also completed a pilot trial for smart network management technology, designed to reduce energy consumption during low traffic periods by adjusting the power use of network elements based on real-time traffic conditions. Initial assessments suggest potential energy savings of up to 300,000kWh per year across M1’s network.