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 7 SDGs that it mostly contributes to. These priority SDGs have been linked to the Group’s sustainability strategic pillars and actions.
Maximization of positive impacts, 
Minimization of negative impact
Develops solutions for the more effective operation of nursing homes and e-Health, participates in research projects relevant with health issues and supports initiatives aiming at the improvement of our country’s health system. Supports information and awareness-raising actions for responsible use of mobile phones while driving, ensures a safe and healthy working environment, and promotes a culture of well-being.
Supports education and digital skills’ development programs for people of all ages, and continues to enhance internal employee training programs.
Offers solutions for better energy management (e-Energy) and smart grids.
Offers solutions to meet the businesses’ IT needs and to increase their competitiveness in a sustainable way (Business Cloud, Information Security, e-Tourism). Ensures fair employment conditions and equal opportunities for its employees and also, requires the same from its suppliers.
Continuously invests in the upgrading and expansion of telecommunications infrastructure, aiming at increasing the penetration and availability of services and at offering solutions to businesses for their sustainability (Business Cloud, Fleet Management).
Develops products and services that contribute to the rational management of natural resources and reduction of waste generated. Incorporates the principles of circular economy throughout its value chain. Sets responsible management conditions for its suppliers. Helps its customers to recycle their old equipment.
Develops products and services that can tackle climate change (broadband, Cloud services, M2M) while at the same time, reduces own carbon footprint, thus contributing to the global efforts for climate change mitigation and adaptation. Takes measures to improve its energy efficiency.
