Telecel launches Eco-SIM to advance environmental sustainability
Telecel Ghana has launched the biodegradable Eco-SIM, reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability and giving customers a greener way to stay connected. Made with 90 per cent less plastic, Telecel’s Eco-SIM delivers the same reliable voice, data and digital experience customers expect with a significantly lower environmental footprint. The launch comes at a time when … The post…
Telecel Ghana has introduced the biodegradable Eco-SIM, demonstrating its dedication to environmental sustainability and providing customers with a more eco-friendly way to remain connected. The Eco-SIM is designed with 90 percent less plastic compared to traditional SIM cards, resulting in a significantly reduced environmental impact.
This launch occurs as billions of physical SIM cards are still produced annually, with 3.7 billion estimated to have been manufactured in 2024, highlighting the need for more sustainable connectivity options.
According to the National Communications Authority, Ghana had over 43 million active mobile SIM users as of February 2026, offering a significant opportunity for the telecommunications industry to decrease plastic usage and waste through sustainable alternatives. Aneth Muga, Director of Consumer Business at Telecel Ghana, explained, "The Eco-SIM is engineered to minimize waste and motivate climate action among our customers. Each user of an Eco-SIM contributes to reducing plastic waste and supporting a greener nation."
Although seemingly insignificant, SIM cards and their packaging add to the mounting single-use plastic waste in landfills and waterways. By replacing conventional SIM cards with biodegradable alternatives, Telecel Ghana makes it simpler for customers to adopt environmentally conscious practices without altering their connectivity experience.
Komla Buami, Director of External Affairs at Telecel Ghana, emphasized, "While connectivity is essential for daily life, it is equally crucial that we show we can connect people while reducing our environmental footprint. Telecel’s Eco-SIM illustrates that technology and sustainability can coexist for the greater good."
The Eco-SIM rollout complements Telecel Ghana’s broader sustainability initiatives. The telco is converting its network exchanges into solar-powered connectivity hubs, with 16 already utilizing renewable energy. Additionally, Telecel Ghana has planted over 40,000 trees in forest reserves such as Achimota, Chipa, and South Formangso, advancing reforestation and ecosystem restoration.
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