Barbara Tonarelli leads discussion on ESG and fiber investment strategies at FTTH Conference 2026
Panel will examine how ESG priorities are reshaping fiber funding models, risk assessment and long-term network value creation
- Speakers: Barbara Tonarelli, principal sales engineer at Adtran and FTTH Council DEI committee chair (moderator); Amanda Glancy, director of corporate and regulatory affairs at SIRO; Félix Heon, global sustainability lead at Antin Infrastructure Partners; Laura Fernández Cavas, head of sustainable finance at Telefónica Group; Mirko Jerrentrup, CFO of Deutsche GigaNetz GmbH
- Topics: Panel 17: ESG and fiber investment strategies
- When: Thursday, April 16, 2 p.m. BST
- Where: FTTH Conference 2026, Excel London, London, UK https://ftthconference.eu
Environmental, social and governance considerations are now central to fiber investment decisions, influencing how networks are funded, planned and valued over the long term. For operators and investors alike, ESG is no longer a side initiative but a core input into risk management, cost control and return on capital. Aligning fiber expansion with social outcomes and environmental accountability is increasingly tied to access to capital and regulatory confidence. At the same time, operators must demonstrate that sustainability commitments translate into scalable deployment, operational efficiency and reliable service delivery.
In this session, Barbara Tonarelli will moderate a panel of industry experts examining how ESG priorities are reshaping fiber investment strategies across Europe. They will explore how sustainability criteria are being embedded into funding models, network planning and governance frameworks, and how investors assess ESG performance alongside traditional financial metrics. The panel will also consider the role of inclusive connectivity in strengthening long-term network value. Attendees will gain practical insight into building fiber strategies that balance growth, accountability and investment certainty.