The BT Group Manifesto
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@BTGroup . 3 days agoIn nearly every aspect of life the pace of change is accelerating. Standing still isn’t an option. We can – and must - harness the pace of technology change for good. To survive, businesses must keep pace with change. But to really thrive, businesses must lead it but in the right way.
That’s why we’re accelerating initiatives across our whole organisation to drive growth through responsible, inclusive, and sustainable technology.
In this Manifesto you will find our own ambitious goals for change: our net zero carbon and circular economy pathways; our targets to help build our customers’ digital skills; our ambition to energise a more diverse digital talent movement.
Now is the time to come together. Because only then can we gather momentum, aggregate action, and ensure that change is happening in the right way.
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Responsible
We aim to become the world’s most trusted connector of people, devices and machines. That’s a big ambition, but as a leading tech and tech enabler business, we know it’s not enough to minimise harms - we must connect for good.
We’re expanding our responsible tech principles across our whole value chain, ensuring we develop, use, buy and sell technology in a way that benefits people and minimises harms.
For good
Accountable
Fair
OpenOur significant R&D investment – £2.8bn over the last five years – enables people to live and work better.
£2.8bn
BT’s R&D spend over last five years
We’re building a technology future that works for everyone by supercharging a movement to develop diverse digital talent by inspiring the nation into digital-focused courses.
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Inclusive
Our push to become a more inclusive business will never stop. And now we’re accelerating that change, by creating new skills, forging new connections and inspiring new talent. Not only will it help create a more inclusive landscape, but it’ll help us drive productivity, innovation and growth for the UK and beyond.
We have already helped 10 million people across the UK develop digital skills and it’s inspired us to push harder. By 2026, we aim to help 25 million people improve their digital skills.
25m
People we will help improve their digital skills by 2026
We’re leaving no home behind with our mission to provide great connectivity. By 2026, 25 million homes and businesses will have access to strong, secure, ultrafast FTTP broadband. And by 2028, our EE 5G mobile network will reach 90% of the UK's geography.
90%
of the UK’s geography will have access to the EE 5G Mobile Network by 2028
By 2030 our workforce will have a 50% gender split, 25% will be from an ethnic minority group, and 17% from a background of disability – helping to champion an inclusive culture that celebrates our differences.
50%
Gender split
25%
Ethnic minorities
17%
Background of disability
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Sustainable
Climate action momentum has never been greater, but the world needs us to move faster.
We’ve already switched to renewable electricity – and now we’re pushing further ahead, developing innovative solutions to speed up decarbonisation and build towards a circular BT.
We’re already using 100% renewable electricity worldwide and we’ve pledged to transition the majority of our commercial fleet to electric or zero emissions vehicles by 2030.
100%
Renewable electricity worldwide
We pledge to be a net zero and circular business by 2030, and 2040 for our supply chain and customers.
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Building towards a net zero and circular BT by 2030
We’re driving technology shifts such as FTTP, 5G, Cloud Computing and IoT technologies – and in doing so aim to help customers avoid 60 million tonnes of CO2 by 2030.
60m
More tonnes of CO2 we will help our customers avoid by 2030
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BT Group Manifesto
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A digital twin is a digital representation of a product, process, service, or ecosystem we can use to test 'what if' scenarios. That's why we're exploring the potential advantages of the technology to tackle the climate emergency🌍 https://t.co/Qu4txfIH9x
@BTGroup . 5 days agoUnderstanding our impact on society is key. That's why we're proud to announce joining The Joint Audit Cooperation (JAC) to promote collaboration and sustainability implementation in the ICT supply chain globally. Read more: https://t.co/uAXr76Md5g
@BTGroup . 14 Dec 2021We’re taking a leadership position on climate change, the digital skills divide, and responsible tech and human rights because it’s our ambition is to be the world’s most trusted connector of people, devices and machines by 2030. This allows us to focus on the things that will make the biggest difference to a bright, sustainable future.
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Building better digital lives
- We’ve reached 10.1m people in the UK with help to improve their digital skills since 2014/15
- Our Top Tips on Tech campaign alone reached 5.7m this year, and as part of our Skills for Tomorrow programme, helped us reach our 10m target five years early
- We’ve now extended that target; we aim to reach 25m people by end of March 2026
- Grow by enabling more people to use and get more from our services
- Build and enhance our reputation with all stakeholders
- Develop the tech-savvy talent we need now and in the future
- Expand colleagues’ horizons through volunteering
4.3 & 4.4
5b
9.1 & 9c
The UK Government’s Digital Strategy includes giving everyone access to the digital skills they need
- We’ve reached 10.1m people in the UK with help to improve their digital skills since 2014/15
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Tackling climate change and environmental challenges
1 Scopes 1 and 2 plus supply chain greenhouse gases.
- We’re now using 100% renewable electricity worldwide2
- We’ve reduced the carbon intensity of our operations by 57% and cut supplier emissions by 19% since 2016/17
- We aim to transition most of our fleet to electric vehicles by 2030 and drive wider action through advocacy and partnerships, like the UK Electric Fleets Coalition
- We’re taking action to assess and mitigate climate risks to our operations
2 99.9% of the global electricity BT consumes is from renewable sources. The remaining 0.1% represents where markets don’t allow due to non-availability of renewable electricity.
- Get ahead of demands for climate action from investors, customers and others
- Grow our business through existing and emerging carbon-reducing solutions
- Attract and retain people who want to work for a business that champions sustainability
12.5 & 12.7
13a
The UK Government’s target is to achieve net zero emissions by 2050
- We’re now using 100% renewable electricity worldwide2
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Championing responsible tech and human rights
- Our new responsible tech strategy and principles aim to ensure we meet our ambition every time
- We’re tackling big issues like modern slavery, privacy and free expression through partnerships like Tech Against Trafficking and the Global Network Initiative
- We check for human rights risks in our supply chain, mapping suppliers right down to tier 4 for branded products
- Support commercial growth and innovation by differentiating existing solutions
- Take a lead in future growth areas like connected homes, smart cities, healthcare tech and security
- Build trust and protect our reputation as a responsible business
- Reassure stakeholders that we’re using tech to connect for good
8.7
10.2
16.10
The UK Government is committed to world-leading online safety measures that support innovation and a thriving digital economy
- Our new responsible tech strategy and principles aim to ensure we meet our ambition every time
01 December 2021
