COLLABORATION – GREEN TELECOMMUNICATIONS
IPSIP × Ekinops: Building green telecommunications infrastructure at a National scale
Connecting 500 sites with requirements for rapid deployment, cost efficiency and ESG alignment
IPSIP Vietnam collaborated with Ekinops to develop a 4G connectivity infrastructure solution for a French telecommunications operator, balancing technical performance, deployment costs, and environmental impact reduction goals.
Ekinops
500 sites
4G Infrastructure
ESG criteria
PROJECT CONTEXT
One connectivity project, 4 strategic pressures
A French telecommunications operator issued a nationwide RFP to establish fiber connectivity across 500 sites. In addition to the technical requirements for the 4G transport infrastructure, ESG criteria accounted for 25% of the total bid evaluation score.
National RFP · France
500
Sites to be connected
4G
Transport infrastructure
25%
ESG evaluation weight
4–6 month
Completion timeline
Nationwide
Deployment Scope
4 CHALLENGES
01 Large-scale deployment
The infrastructure needed to cover 500 sites distributed nationwide, requiring a solution suited to the scale and density of the locations.
02 Limited deployment timeline
The proposal and deployment plan had to be completed within four to six months, creating pressure on solution design, equipment selection, and implementation planning.
03 Long-term cost Control
The solution needed to optimize capital expenditure and reduce recurring operating costs without compromising technical requirements.
04 ESG as a decisive criterion
The proposed products needed to have a low carbon footprint and align with international sustainability standards.
The core challenge: balancing coverage, timelines, costs, and environmental impact within a single infrastructure solution.
BID EVALUATION WEIGHT
25%
of the total evaluation score allocated to ESG criteria
SUSTAINABLE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
Outstanding ESG Performance
In this project, ESG was not merely a compliance requirement but also a key differentiator. Ekinops’ commitment to sustainable development enabled IPSIP to design a solution that met the technical requirements while reducing long-term environmental impact.
01
UN global compact member
Ekinops participates in the United Nations sustainability initiative, demonstrating its commitment to the principles of corporate responsibility.
02
ESG-oriented design
Product development considers factors such as product life cycle, resource consumption, and environmental impact.
03
Regular carbon footprint assessments
Annual assessments provide a basis for measuring and improving the company’s carbon impact over time.
04
Environmental impact management
Operations and product development are designed to strengthen corporate responsibility and reduce environmental impact.
2022 Gaia Rating: 82/100
(Industry average: 54/100)
EcoVadis Silver Medal
(Among the top 15% of companies assessed)
Optimizing performance and ESG within a single architecture
IPSIP and Ekinops developed a connectivity solution that meets large-scale technical requirements while reducing environmental impact throughout the infrastructure life cycle.
Standard equipment
Router ONE421Gb5T 4G
LOW-CARBON DESIGN
138,5
kgCO₂e - carbon footprint recorded in the project documentation
−60%
compared with the market average, according to information provided in the project documentation
Life-cycle-oriented design
Designed for recyclability
Manufactured in Belgium
Reduced logistics emissions
Initiatives to reduce environmental impact
Product management
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Take-back and recycling programs for end-of-life products.
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Partnerships with reputable international environmental organizations.
Eco-design
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Minimize the number of components used in manufacturing.
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Use recycled materials and optimize packaging.
A customized and environmentally responsible solution
Connectivity infrastructure
The ONE421Gb5T router, combined with SD-WAN, ensures reliability, performance, and operational scalability across a large-scale deployment.
Centralized management
Ekinops OneManage enables centralized system monitoring and orchestration while supporting efficient energy-use management.
Rapid configuration
Zero-Touch Provisioning reduces on-site work, shortens deployment time, and minimizes the need for direct support.
Deployment coordination
IPSIP Vietnam coordinates with the relevant stakeholders to maintain consistency and meet technical requirements across the entire deployment.
Results Achieved
The solution jointly developed by IPSIP Vietnam and Ekinops simultaneously met the project’s requirements for deployment speed, connectivity continuity, and sustainable development.
ESG became a decisive Advantage
Ekinops’ commitment to sustainable development created a clear distinction from conventional solutions and played an important role in the bid evaluation process.
Rapid deployment
The project was deployed quickly and efficiently through close coordination among the telecommunications operator, Ekinops, and IPSIP Vietnam, meeting the project’s demanding timeline.
Continuous connectivity
The 4G backup solution fully supports the customer’s connectivity requirements, including when the fiber-optic connection experiences an outage or disruption.
Supporting sustainable Growth
Selecting equipment with a low carbon footprint helped reduce the infrastructure’s environmental impact while contributing positively to the sustainable development goals of the business and the wider community.
OVERALL
The project demonstrates that network performance, rapid deployment, and environmental responsibility can be integrated into a single telecommunications infrastructure solution.
3 strategic takeaways from the project
The project not only addressed a specific connectivity requirement but also reflected a broader shift in how businesses evaluate and select technology solutions.
ESG is becoming a competitive criterion
The significant weighting assigned to ESG in the tender demonstrates that environmental performance is increasingly influencing supplier-selection decisions.
Shared values between partners
As environmental awareness grows, businesses increasingly favor partners that not only meet technical requirements but also share their commitment to sustainable development.
Building long-term reputation
Selecting a telecommunications solution with a low carbon footprint helps the operator strengthen its position as an industry pioneer, enhance its reputation, and gain an advantage in future projects.
Why choose IPSIP Vietnam for green telecommunications infrastructure projects?
Close collaboration with Ekinops
Direct collaboration with Ekinops enables IPSIP to select the equipment, management platform, and configuration approach best suited to the project’s objectives.
Translating business requirements into a technical solution
IPSIP translates requirements for coverage, timelines, budgets, and ESG into a practical, deployable infrastructure solution.
Coordinating large-scale deployment
IPSIP Vietnam helps coordinate stakeholders, maintain consistency across the solution, and meet multi-site deployment requirements within a limited timeframe.
Balancing performance and sustainability
Rather than focusing solely on technical specifications, IPSIP Vietnam develops solutions that account for network performance, operating costs, and long-term environmental impact.
Strong and trusted cybersecurity protection
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This approach strengthens data protection, supports stable operations, and improves response capabilities when security risks emerge.
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