GRiD: The Foundation for Circular Telecom
A universal digital product passport that encodes technical, functional, and environmental attributes for every network component.
The Problem: A Linear Economy
Today, less than 20% of network equipment is reused or recycled. Telecom operators annually discard countless usable components because data on reuse and carbon impact remain unclear. This is more than waste—it's a quiet climate crisis. The sector's footprint is 1.6% of global emissions, and 80% is tied to manufacturing. Without trusted tools for compatibility, traceability, and carbon measurement, emissions will rise as networks modernize.
Limited Circularity
Less than 20% of network equipment is currently reused or recycled
Climate Impact
Telecom sector accounts for 1.6% of global emissions
Manufacturing Burden
80% of telecom emissions are tied to manufacturing
The Solution: GRiD Digital Passport
At NetLife, we set out to change that. Our GRiD system gives every network part a digital product passport—a universal identifier that encodes its technical, functional, and environmental attributes.
Combined with NetLife.ai, operators can instantly check compatibility, measure Scope 3 carbon impact, and redeploy equipment confidently without waiting weeks for OEM deliveries or buying new unnecessarily.
What GRiD Encodes
Proven Pilot Results
Partnership with Safaricom and GSMA demonstrates real-world impact
60%+ CO₂ Reduction
Significant reduction in carbon emissions through circular sourcing
62% Fewer SKUs
Simplified inventory management with cross-OEM compatibility
55% Lower Costs
Substantial cost savings through intelligent circular sourcing
GRiD isn't just a tool.
It's the foundation for a circular telecom economy.
By standardizing asset identity across OEMs, GRiD unlocks safe interchangeability, traceability, and circular market opportunities—transforming waste into value and emissions into savings.