About Sustainable Business News Investors Careers COVID-19 Vodafone Foundation Europe.connected Introduction 90 for 27 Europe’s digital future Greener public services Learn more Building our digital recovery We have all experienced rapid changes to how we work, live and interact with each other in recent months. Behaviours have adapted; ways of working have altered; and things we took for granted have changed forever. Now is the time to rethink our societies and our economies and make sure we build a stronger economically secure and more resilient future. A future that is more inclusive, greener and fairer. A future that embraces the best technology to shape a Europe that works for everyone. Europe.connected Read our latest newsletter to find out more 90 for 27 Creating a greener, fairer, more digital society means we need to make sure we are investing in the right infrastructure and services that will deliver new jobs and economic growth. If all 27 member states worked now to achieve a score of 90 on the DESI, we can be sure that we are building a truly digital society. Europe can build back better, stronger, and more resilient if we all get behind 90 for 27. Read our analysis of the positive impact reaching 90 for 27 would have on Europe’s GDP and how it would level the playing field between member states. Learn more about DESI Delivering Europe’s digital future today There is a pressing need to kick start the COVID-19 recovery and build back better. By creating a truly Digital Europe, the benefits could be transformative – economically, socially and environmentally. Find out how Vodafone is already working to deliver Europe’s digital future, and how greater collaboration between the EU, industry and member states can make it a reality for everyone. Read more Europe’s recovery towards a new Digital Decade We commissioned Deloitte to conduct a high-level analysis on the potential contribution of National Recovery and Resilience Plans (NRRPs) towards the Digital Decade targets. This study, titled Achieving the Digital Decade: Recovery & Resilience Plan Contributions covers 20 Member States and the overall EU progress towards these targets. The 20 Member States included are Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia and Spain. Based on this financial analysis, gaps appear greatest in regard to digital infrastructure, ICT specialists, the digitalisation of SMEs and cloud adoption. Furthermore, the study shows that the national and EU recovery plans for connectivity amount to just 46% of the estimated €210bn EU-wide investment needed to meet 2025 targets. Read the summary report Read the full report Creating greener, more digital public services Vodafone is uniquely positioned to help regional and local governments achieve their digital and green goals. Find out how the Internet of Things can help cities and rural areas alike achieve the goals identified by the EU’s Recovery and Resilience fund. Green Recovery The EU has tough climate and sustainability ambitions. Find out how digital technology can make Europe greener than ever. Smart Cities Greater connectivity can make cities smarter, greener and more efficient. Find out more. Greener Businesses Find out why choosing Vodafone is a green choice for every business. Greener Government Find out why choosing Vodafone is a green choice for the public sector. Related pages Public policy Access our dedicated public policy pages. Our purpose We aim to build a digital society that enhances socio-economic progress, embraces everyone and does not come at the cost of our planet. What if... ...everyone could stay connected whenever, wherever? What we do We offer a range of communications service to both consumers and businesses in multiple regions. Investors Annual report Financial results Shareholders Operating responsibly Code of Conduct Modern Slavery Statement Supply chain Mobiles, masts and health Suppliers Ethics Policies and requirements Management help Vodafone Pass Partner Portal Careers Early careers Professionals Be yourself and belong Our locations Site map Legal terms Privacy and cookies Accessibility Report a Vulnerability Contact us ©2021 Vodafone Group Vodafone Group Plc. Registered Office: Vodafone House. The Connection, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2FN. Registered in England No 1833679 We use cookies to improve your experience on this site. Read our policy Your Cookies We use cookies, including from our partners, to enhance and personalise your experience. Accept all cookies below, or select “Manage Cookies” to choose which cookies we can use. Please see our Cookie Policy for more information. Manage Cookies Accept all cookies