Another oil crisis pushes telcos to renewable energy

This report examines how the energy crisis triggered by the invasion of Iran impacts telecom operators. It identifies the telcos most vulnerable due to heavy fossil fuel reliance and highlights those best prepared to navigate market volatility through advanced renewable commitments. In late 2025, MTN Consulting reported that renewables accounted for 23% of global telco energy consumption in 2024. While this is up from 10% in 2019, the industry requires a significantly deeper commitment…