Indosat deploys Nokia solution to reduce RAN energy usage

Details: John Tanner; Category: Energy & Sustainability; 07 July 2025; 4788 views

Nokia announced on Monday that Indonesian telco Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has deployed its energy efficiency solution to reduce energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions across Indosat’s Nokia-supplied RANs.

Nokia said its energy efficiency solution uses AI and machine learning algorithms to analyse real-time traffic patterns and is engineered with intelligent thermal management to cut network cooling energy needs – all of which enables Indosat to adjust or shut idle and unused radio equipment automatically during low network demand periods.

The rollout follows a successful pilot project, in which the AI-powered solution demonstrated its ability to reduce energy consumption in live network conditions. Nokia said it has deployed the energy efficiency solution across its entire Nokia RAN footprint in Sumatra, Kalimantan, Central and East Java.

Nokia also said the solution – which is part of its autonomous networks portfolio – is available in a SaaS model, which enables it to be rolled out in weeks while eliminating large up-front capex and the need to perform on-site software maintenance and updates.

Indosat said the rollout marks another critical step in its broader transformation journey from a conventional telecom operator into an “AI TechCo” powered by intelligent technologies, cloud-based platforms and a commitment to sustainability.

“As data consumption continues to grow, so does our responsibility to manage resources wisely,” said Desmond Cheung, Indosat’s director and CTO in a statement. “This collaboration reflects Indosat’s unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable innovation, using AI to not only optimize performance, but also reduce emissions and energy use across our network.”