EDISON Lesson Learned Case Study Annex 2025

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About Internet para Todos (IpT) is a collaborative venture by Telefónica, Facebook, IDB Invest, and CAF (Development Bank of Latin America), dedicated to extending mobile broadband connectivity to rural and underserved areas in Peru. ImpactTo date, IpT has connected 1,446,801 people in previously unconnected communities across Peru. Lessons learned1 Sustainable Connectivity: Initially, IpT connected millions using its own resources. However, operating antennas in remote, low-population areas proved unsustainable. To address this, the Juntos Conectamos initiative was launched, co-financing connectivity projects with NGOs, banks, and financial institutions. 2 Government Collaboration: Supportive regulatory frameworks are essential for technology expansion. The Peruvian government’s enhancement of the Obras por Impuestos (OXI) mechanism has enabled private companies to develop infrastructure in exchange for tax incentives. 3 Renewable Energy Solutions: Harnessing solar panels and exploring other renewable energy sources, IpT ensures sustainability while powering broadband access in remote areas, bridging the digital divide. 4 Innovative Transport Networks: IpT employs Starlink’s LEO satellite service for backhaul and is advancing terrestrial networks in the Peruvian Amazon to overcome transport limitations. 5 Cost Reduction: Infrastructure sharing, such as multi-operator towers, lowers energy, maintenance, and operational costs. 6 Community Impact: IpT evaluates how connectivity improves quality of life, financial inclusion, education, and local businesses. 7 Cultural Relevance: To combat misinformation in Quechua-speaking regions, IpT provides training and internet awareness programs in native languages, fostering trust and understanding of digital benefit CASE STUDY 2 Telefonica: Connecting Remote Communities in Peru Lessons Learned Case Studies 2
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