Ever since the deployment of the UN SDGs, OTE Group has embraced them and has taken full responsibility into integrating and communicating the targets and inherent standards throughout its operations and value chain, in all the countries in which it operates.
As part of its contribution to the SDGs, OTE Group has carried out a comprehensive assessment in analyzing its impact to them, throughout the core segments of its value chain, and has identified 8 SDGs that it mostly contributes to. These priority SDGs have been linked to the Group’s sustainability strategic pillars and actions.
Good Health and Well-being
We develop solutions for the more effective operation of nursing homes and e-Health, to participate in research projects relevant with health issues and support initiatives aiming at the improvement of the Greek health system. We also support information and awareness-raising actions for responsible use of mobile phones while driving and ensuring a safe and healthy working environment, which promotes a culture of well-being.
Quality Education
We support education and digital skills’ development programs for people of all ages and continue to invest in internal employee development, by offering access to digital learning platforms and designing custom made upskilling & reskilling programs.
Gender Equality
We contribute to equitable and inclusive society, by promoting equal opportunities, eliminating discrimination based on gender and ensuring fair representation at all company levels.
Affordable and Clean Energy
We improve energy efficiency across its activities and especially in the provision of ICT services. We use 100% renewable energy sources for own electricity consumption.
Decent Work and Economic Growth
We support its employees’ professional development, we provide equal remuneration to all employees without discriminating against race, gender or religion and we support the development of new SMEs in Greece and Romania.
Industry, Innovations, and Infrastructure
We leverage on the Group’s technological superiority, in order to create infrastructure that will provide internet and telecommunication services to the residents of the countries where we operate and foster growth in the local economies. We promote research and innovation, thus offering multiple benefits for its customers, employees and society.
Responsible Consumption and Production
We integrate the principles of circular economy in our operations across our value chain. We develop products and services that contribute to the rational and efficient use of natural resources and the reduction of waste generated.
Climate Actions
We contribute to the global efforts for climate change mitigation and adaptation. We reduce our own carbon footprint and we develop products and services that that can tackle climate change.