Why full fibre internet is a greener solution

Did you know that full fibre broadband has a part to play in helping to deliver a more sustainable carbon-neutral future?

Full fibre or fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) uses fibre optic cables to bring the internet directly into homes and businesses. Unlike the old copper cables, which the UK’s homes have been reliant on for their internet for so long, fibre optic is made from glass created from silicon - a commonly found natural element. While copper mining is linked to pollution and land degradation, silicon is extracted in a more sustainable way and the production of optical fibre is not harmful to the environment.

70% less energy is needed to transmit the same amount of data though a fibre cable than using a copper wire. Using less energy means less heat is generated, so network equipment in an exchange doesn't need to be kept cool. This greatly reduces the network’s carbon emissions.

Our brand-new fibre network is created using future proof technology, making it 23x faster than the average broadband available in the East of England, and 5x more reliable than standard fibre broadband. It requires far less maintenance too!

Here at LightSpeed, we are committed to building our full fibre network as environmentally friendly as possible, by re-using existing infrastructure, such as underground ducts or overhead poles, wherever possible. This also limits disruption in your community and makes our network rollout quicker and more efficient. You can learn more about how we build our network here.

The future is in full fibre! It’s the perfect solution for a reliable, more environmentally friendly, ultrafast connection. This is Life at LightSpeed.