Colt is engineering a more sustainable and inclusive future

Colt Technology Services was named an official partner of World Engineering Day for its efforts to engineer a greener future.

World Engineering Day is celebrated annually on March 4 as a UNESCO international day promoting the profile of engineers and engineering.

"Happy World Engineering Day! Let's talk about something super important - the environmental impact of our tech advancements. The IT industry's energy use and emissions are skyrocketing, and we need to step up," said Colt

Guided by commitment to sustainability

Colt embeds sustainability across its entire organisation. The company is “sustainable by design”, which means that it is guided by its passion and commitment to sustainability. Colt minimizes power consumption and waste, enabling businesses to grow without a significant environmental impact.

“We are committed to sustainability by design in all that we do. Colt is reshaping the way businesses connect by embedding environmental responsibility into their operations,” says Colt Chief Legal Officer, Caroline Griffin Pain.

To tackle the environmental challenges of digital growth, Colt has developed a three-pronged approach for its infrastructure:

Efficient Infrastructure - Colt is building systems that use less power and create less waste.
Greener Networks - Colt is modernizing and upgrading its equipment to be more eco-friendly.
Smart Tech - Colt is adding intelligence to our networks for better resource management.

Creating positive change in communities

Colt believes that businesses thrive when people and societies flourish, which is why it focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

“We recognize that our work to build sustainable connectivity extends beyond creating technological infrastructures. It must also encompass making positive change in the communities we operate in,” adds Caroline.

The company’s community-driven initiatives also foster digital education. Through employee-led outreach programs, Colt supports children in STEM education, providing refurbished laptops and hands-on mentorship to empower disadvantaged children, youth, and underrepresented groups with essential digital skills.

Proving that tech can drive societal progress

Through sustainable infrastructure, community engagement, and a commitment to responsible innovation, Colt is proving that technology can drive societal progress, creating stronger, more connected communities while protecting the planet.

As such, Colt aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 9, which aims to build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation.