Global telecom companies are projected to collectively generate over $10 billion from selling decommissioned copper cables over the next 15 years.
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According to telecom recycling company, TXO, 2025 is expected to earn up to $720 million from copper sales, as more major networks transition to full-fibre broadband and wireless technologies.
These companies include UK-based BT, Nordic operators Telia and Telenor and Australia-based Telstra, will which have secured payments from recycled copper, the Financial Times has reported.
Telia expects €2–3 million in copper sales in 2025 after generating €25 million to date, while Norway’s Telenor anticipates €1 million from copper recovery in 2025 and €68 million from future sales, respectively.
