Virgin Media O2 is taking further steps toward its net zero carbon emissions goal through a new agreement with The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG). As part of the 10-year deal TRIG will provide the company with renewable electricity, providing around 15 per cent of Virgin Media O2’s total energy supply.

The agreement begins from April 2026, where TRIG’s wind farms – Earlseat in Scotland, and Garreg Lwyd, Wales – will help to power the company’s sites across the UK.

This forms part of Virgin Media O2’s robust measures to achieve net zero carbon emissions across its full value chain by the end of 2040 – a key part of its sustainability strategy, the Better Connections Plan.

Virgin Media O2 is making positive progress on its targets, cutting Scope 1 and 2 emissions (operations) by 56 per cent, and Scope 3 emissions (products and supply chain) by 19 per cent  – both against its 2020 baseline in 2024.

Dana Haidan, Chief Sustainability Officer at Virgin Media O2, commented: “This agreement marks the next step in Virgin Media O2’s journey to achieving net zero by the end of 2040 – 10 years ahead of the UK. By purchasing long-term renewable energy at scale, we’re not only cutting carbon but protecting our network from future energy shocks. Power Purchase Agreements offer price certainty, operational resilience and long-term value.  Virgin Media O2 is committed to growing responsibly, delivering resilient digital infrastructure that support the planet, our customers, and the communities we serve.”

Minesh Shah, Managing Director for The Renewables Infrastructure Group, added: “We’re pleased to be supplying Virgin Media O2 with clean energy as it advances its sustainability strategy through this long-term Power Purchase Agreement. Such agreements present an attractive opportunity to help businesses access renewable electricity, while delivering secure, long-term revenue streams for our shareholders – a structure that benefits both commercial decarbonisation and sustainable investment.”

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