Ericsson and etisalat by e& launch zero-footprint RAN site in the UAE

Ericsson and etisalat by e& launch zero-footprint RAN site in the UAE

The deployment supports the objectives of the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative. Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has partnered with etisalat by e& to deploy a zero-footprint radio access network (RAN) site in its network in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), in line with e&’s sustainability strategy. The deployment focuses on carbon emission reduction, energy efficiency enhancement and resource conservation, which also aligns with the objectives of the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative. The partners have upgraded an existing high-configuration radio site, located in Dubai, using a combination of Ericsson’s zero-footprint solution and the latest generation of Ericsson Radio System multi-band, multi-sector and multi-technology products. Evolution to a zero-footprint RAN site eliminated the need for an enclosure. An Ericsson zero-footprint focused RAN site is a compact, easy to install and energy-efficient site build solution that does not require any ground footprint and is entirely based on the zero-footprint power solution, and fan-less convection cooling. It is an evolved radio site deployment solution associated with a substantial reduction in energy consumption, lowered carbon dioxide emissions, and preventive maintenance requirements along with a more efficient use of materials such as steel, copper and concrete, which helps reduce carbon footprint. The