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Broadband and mobile giant Virgin Media and O2 (VMO2), which currently aims to achieve Net Zero Carbon (i.e. removing as many emissions as they produce) across their operations, products and supply chain by 2040, has today signed a new 10-year Power Purchase Agreement with The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG) to harness renewable electricity.
Under the agreement, which starts in April 2026, TRIG will provide renewable electricity to the company, reflecting around 15% of VMO2’s total energy supply. TRIG typically develops, constructs and operates a portfolio of renewable energy infrastructure across the UK and other countries. For example, TRIG’s wind farms – Earlseat in Scotland, and Garreg Lwyd in Wales, will help to power the company’s sites across the UK.
The deal hands VMO2 a long-term renewable energy supply with predictable costs, which should help them to mitigate price volatility in the wider energy market while also investing in the UK’s renewable energy capacity.
Dana Haidan, Chief Sustainability Officer at VMO2, said:
“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.”
You can check out the progress they’ve been making toward their Net Zero goals here.