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To achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040 , altafiber invests in the operational efficiencies of the Calix Broadband Platform .

altafiber will transition from legacy access infrastructure to 10 Gbps XGS-PON to deliver reliable multi-gig services on a future-ready fiber network .

Choosing Intelligent Access with the AXOS operating system will cut broadband network power consumption by 48 % and pave the way for a seamless evolution to 50G-PON so altafiber can expand its markets .

altafiber is committed to enhancing environmental quality in the communities it serves . The company developed an urgent Climate Action Plan to execute meaningful climate change , with a goal to be net-zero carbon emitters by 2040 and significantly reduce greenhouse gas ( GHG ) emissions . altafiber expects to reduce GHG by 9 percent just by upgrading its legacy voice , access and associated field equipment .

Leveraging Intelligent Access on the Calix Platform , altafiber will rapidly deploy XGS-PON to :

• Reduce operational costs of its network to support overall growth . The adoption of industry-leading double-density XGS- PON technology efficiently streamlines network operations – reducing power consumption and equipment installation space to lower total cost of ownership . This pay-it-forward network innovation allows altafiber to scale cost-effectively as it grows .

• Advance the altafiber Climate Action Plan , cutting power use and carbon emissions . By moving residential and small business customers to its high-speed fiber-optic network in lieu of legacy , copper-wire-based broadband , altafiber expects to reduce CO ² emissions per customer at least 10-fold . The XGS- PON network is also more resilient to weather events and power outages , reducing vehicle emissions thanks to fewer service calls .

• Support 10G , 50G , and beyond to enhance the subscriber experience . By enhancing network performance with XGS-

PON , altafiber anticipates the delivery of unparalleled broadband experiences for residential and business subscribers . With the cloud-and-software-enabled Calix Platform , altafiber can also develop an environmentally conscious ITU standard 50G-PON roadmap .

“ Our subscribers have come to expect amazing broadband experiences from us ,” said Ron Beerman , chief network officer at altafiber . “ Our goal is to deliver those with sustainability and environmental stewardship in mind . Partnering with Calix enables us to achieve all our goals and support our future growth across markets .”

Shane Eleniak , Chief Product Officer , Calix , said : “ The Calix Broadband Platform is the ideal solution to advance altafiber ’ s expansive business while delivering the operational efficiency needed to support its 2040 initiative of net-zero carbon emissions .

“ The platform will also enable altafiber to quickly implement new technologies like 50G-PON without requiring extensive resources . With Calix , altafiber is pushing the boundaries of broadband connectivity , helping simplify its infrastructure and streamline innovation with a reduced carbon footprint and lower energy costs .” p

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