Citymesh • Sustainability

Growing together with impact, sustainability at Citymesh

Citymesh positions itself as an innovative connectivity provider with a strong focus on sustainability, inclusion, and social impact. By investing in environmentally friendly technologies and making optimal use of existing infrastructure, the company actively contributes to a more sustainable future. Citymesh also embraces its social responsibility by building smart and green drone networks together with emergency services and partners. These networks ensure rapid and effective responses in crisis situations and enhance the safety of our society.

Sustainability as a core value

Sustainability is embedded in Citymesh’s DNA. The company strives for the smallest possible CO₂ footprint through, among other things:

Eco-design and circular economy

Implementation of the 5R model (Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Recycle).

Renewable
energy

Use of 100% Belgian wind energy, solar panels, and energy-efficient office infrastructure.

Sustainable
mobility

Installation of electric charging stations, deployment of a hybrid vehicle fleet, and promotion of bicycle leasing.

Waste and water management

Elimination of single-use plastics and optimization of waste processing.

ESG Strategy

Citymesh employs a holistic ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) approach with clear objectives:

Environment

Reducing environmental impact through remote operations, renewable energy, and CO₂ reduction.

Social

Focus on digital inclusion, gender equality, hybrid working, and collaboration with academic institutions.

Governance

Transparency based on the Green Growth Model, aimed at fair relationships and long-term value creation.

Key sustainability themes

Based on stakeholder consultations and a materiality analysis, the following themes have been identified as priorities:

Energy efficiency and CO₂ reduction:
Minimizing the ecological footprint and greening the energy supply.
Sustainable product design and circularity:
Eco-design and extending the lifespan of IT equipment and infrastructure.
Digital inclusion and social impact:
Accessible and affordable connectivity, support for disadvantaged families.
Responsible supply chain management:
Strict ESG criteria in the selection of suppliers and partners.
Hybrid and flexible working:
Work environments that balance well-being and performance.
Diversity and inclusion:
Gender equality, equal opportunities, and an inclusive corporate culture.
Data-driven sustainability:
Use of data and KPIs to monitor and improve ESG objectives.

Figure 1: Preliminary Relevant Topics

Innovation and technology as drivers of sustainability

Citymesh actively integrates sustainability into its technological solutions:

BVLOS
Drones

for environmental and safety applications (e.g., faster emergency interventions and zero-emission inspections).

Remote
monitoring

and self-service portals that reduce the need for physical interventions and save energy.

Sustainable telecom infrastructure

including 5G, optimized network equipment, and energy-efficient hardware.

Maturity assessment and roadmap

A maturity analysis shows that Citymesh already has strong initiatives in operations and social responsibility. However, there is still room for growth in strategic sustainability and data-driven goals. Concrete actions are being taken to strengthen the ESG approach, including investments in sustainable procurement and further CO₂ reduction.

SDGs and CSRD compliance

Citymesh actively supports the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is working towards compliance with CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) regulations through:

Stakeholder analysis and a materiality matrix for sustainable decision-making.
Analysis of CO₂ emissions to map out emissions under scopes 1, 2, and 3.
Strict sustainability criteria for suppliers, including Ecovadis certification and ESG assessments.

Conclusion

Citymesh aims to become Belgium’s greenest telecom operator. With a comprehensive ESG strategy, innovative technologies, and strong partnerships, the company is helping to shape a future where the environment and society take center stage.

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Growing together with impact, sustainability at Citymesh

Sustainability as a core value

Eco-design and circular economy

Renewableenergy

Sustainablemobility

Waste and water management

ESG Strategy

Environment

Social

Governance

Key sustainability themes

Innovation and technology as drivers of sustainability

BVLOSDrones

Remotemonitoring

Sustainable telecom infrastructure

Maturity assessment and roadmap

SDGs and CSRD compliance

Conclusion

It is time to change the telecom industry.

It is time to change the telecom industry.

It is time to change the telecom industry.

It is time to change the telecom industry.

It is time to change the telecom industry.

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Self-employed & SME

Telecom

Solutions

Partnerships

Large enterprise

Telecom

Solutions

Partnerships

Markets

Markets

Research

News & References

Renewable
energy

Sustainable
mobility

BVLOS
Drones

Remote
monitoring

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