About the Committee

The Investments & ESG Committee brings together the work of the Council's former Investors, Sustainability and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion committees under a single structure, reflecting how closely capital, environmental performance and social responsibility are now linked in digital infrastructure.

The Committee provides a forum for investors, operators and industry experts to examine the financial and non-financial factors shaping fibre and data centre investment across Europe. Its scope spans the investment landscape and financing conditions for network rollout, the environmental footprint and sustainability credentials of fibre infrastructure, and the governance and diversity practices that support a resilient, competitive industry.

By combining these perspectives, the Committee aims to give members a clearer view of how ESG considerations influence investment decisions,  and how the sector can demonstrate its value to the investors, policymakers and stakeholders who rely on that evidence.

This page is new and growing. The Committee's reports, studies, and other resources will be added here as they're published - in the meantime, you can explore the latest assets below.

Investors Committee Charts New Narrative to Strengthen Fibre Sector Investment

Oct 16, 2025
Committee News | Investors Committee |

The Investors Committee has been actively engaged over the past months in addressing the current challenges and opportunities facing the fibre sector. The Committee has been closely monitoring the market environment, which continues to be challenging for both debt and equity financing in fibre. Analysis of recent trends indicates that not all business plans are meeting investors’ expectations, highlighting the need for greater alignment between industry ambitions and investor requirements.

In response to these challenges, the Investors Committee has identified the urgent need to develop a refreshed narrative for the fibre sector. This narrative will serve as a key tool in presenting opportunities more effectively to investors and banks, ensuring the sector’s growth potential is communicated clearly and persuasively. The Committee has also been working in close cooperation with other Council committees, recognising that a cross-functional approach is essential to provide investors with a holistic view of the sector’s development, sustainability, and technological evolution.

Looking ahead, the Investors Committee is preparing a series of meetings with investors for Q4 2025, designed to foster dialogue, share insights, and explore investment opportunities. Council members are encouraged to join the Committee, contributing their expertise and helping to strengthen the sector’s engagement with the investment community. The Committee remains committed to supporting the fibre sector in navigating the current market challenges while positioning it for long-term growth and sustainable investment.

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