BT Group and TXO partner for a greener, circular future
To further its sustainability goals, BT is actively working to recover, reuse, and recycle outdated infrastructure, particularly from its public switched telephone network (PSTN) and redundant telephone exchanges.
To support this initiative, BT has launched the exchange clearance operation (ECO) program, an award-winning project that recovers, recycles, and resells equipment from its exchanges. This effort allows BT to shut down outdated, inefficient networks while unlocking new opportunities for growth and network expansion. The program follows a model where the cost of decommissioning low-value infrastructure is offset by the resale and recycling of high-value e-waste and metals, making it both environmentally and financially beneficial.
Key impact of the ECO program
- 200+ tons of copper cable recovered
- 2,000+ tons of lead-acid batteries recycled
- 3,000+ tons of legacy network assets extracted
- £4 million net return generated from recycling and resale
TXO’s role in driving circularity
As a trusted partner, TXO plays a key role in recovering, reselling, and recycling BT Group’s legacy network assets. By extending the lifecycle of equipment, TXO minimises waste, reduces power consumption, and frees up valuable space for new infrastructure. This collaboration feeds hardware back into the circular economy, supporting BT’s goal of becoming a circular business by 2030 and working towards a fully circular tech ecosystem by 2040.
Together, BT Group and TXO are making a significant impact—reducing e-waste, cutting carbon emissions, and paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future in telecoms.
For businesses looking to maximise their network assets and contribute to the circular economy, TXO is here to help. Get in touch today to be part of the sustainability transformation.
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