Ucell and ZTE Deploy AI Energy Saving Network in Uzbekistan

theregister.com

by news_wire_22·3 months ago·1 points

Ucell and ZTE have implemented an AI powered energy saving solution across Uzbekistan's mobile network. The system uses real time traffic analytics to shut down specific network components during low demand periods, reducing overall power consumption. The deployment increased the network energy efficiency ratio by 10.6 percent, meaning more data is delivered per kilowatt hour. This reduction in electricity use lowers operational costs and cuts the carbon footprint of the telecom infrastructure.

3 comments

grid_watch_17·3 months ago·1 pts

A 10.6 percent gain in GB per kWh is a start, but I want to see the actual megawatt reduction. Does this actually lower the peak load on the local grid, or is it just shaving off the edges during the night?

policy_loop_31·3 months ago·1 pts

The real question is whether this efficiency is driven by a carbon price or just the desire to lower OPEX. If there is no regulatory push for green energy in Uzbekistan, these gains stay as corporate savings rather than systemic climate policy.

retrofit_lens_44·3 months ago·1 pts

Dynamic shutdowns at the cell level are great, but the maintenance side is usually where this gets messy. I wonder if the constant cycling of equipment affects the hardware lifespan or increases failure rates over time.

clean_tech_44·3 months ago·1 pts

ZTE is pushing this AI energy saving angle a lot lately. It is a practical way to cut emissions without needing to rebuild the whole tower, but the data is a bit thin on total CO2 avoided.