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Repair Instead of Replace: How Solutions30 Extends the Lifespan of Critical Equipment

Earth Day reminds us that sustainability is not only about implementing new technologies, but also about using existing ones more responsibly. At Solutions30, one of the most tangible—and often overlooked—ways to reduce environmental impact lies in the principle of repairing instead of replacing. Every year, millions of electronic devices are replaced prematurely, generating unnecessary waste and additional emissions linked to manufacturing and logistics. By focusing on the maintenance, repair and refurbishment of equipment already in use, Solutions30 actively promotes more responsible consumption patterns. Within its environmental strategy, the Group positions repair as a key lever of the circular economy, fully aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production, as highlighted in the Group’s 2025 Environmental Statement. This commitment translates into measurable results on a scale. In 2025 alone, Solutions30 repaired 246,933 devices,...

How AI Is Transforming Solutions30’s Key Operations

I am an IT Manager within the Group IT structure at Solutions30, working across multiple countries to help define and execute our IT strategy. My focus is on building scalable, resilient, and standardized technology foundations that support business growth and operational efficiency. One thing I’ve learned throughout my career is that technology only creates value when it clearly supports business outcomes. That’s why I work to ensure every IT investment strengthens operational performance, reduces risk, and contributes to sustainable transformation. Today, this commitment naturally leads to embedding AI into our core platforms. For me, AI marks a turning point: it positions IT not simply as a support function, but as one of the engines of innovation and competitive advantage at Group level. As I moved through roles in infrastructure, security, and large‑scale transformation programs in highly regulated environments, I came to believe that digital innovation rests on three fundamentals...

Bringing accuracy to the field: how LiDAR is changing as-built delivery

In underground infrastructure, accuracy matters. A few centimetres can make the difference between safe works in the future and avoidable incidents. For years, GPS poles have been the standard instrument for capturing as-built measurements. They remain reliable — but with the pace of the energy transition and the volume of new infrastructure being built, we need a faster and more complete way to document what goes into the ground.   That is why LiDAR scanning is being introduced into the as-built process. Not as a replacement for skilled field work, but as an evolution in how information is captured, confirmed, and delivered.   From GPS p oints to f ull r eality c apture     Instead of collecting individual measurement points with a GPS pole, LiDAR captures the entire trench as it is being built. The trenching team performs the scan on-site during installation, creating a complete and continuous record of the cable infrastructure, its exact position, its depth, and...

The Value of ECOsophy as an Integrated Approach

During his career as an energy consultant, Riccardo Delmastro— Head of Energy at Solutions30 Italia and author of Manual of Vertical Borehole Geothermal Systems —has consistently relied on objective data to support energy-saving and production solutions. Yet, he observed that clients’ final decisions were not always based solely on numbers. Perceptions , opinions, and intangible factors often played a decisive role.   In a 2007 meeting with colleagues and a client, a pivotal question emerged : Why is photovoltaic energy often preferred over geothermal, despite its economic and ecological limitations?     This reflection led to the identification of three key components that influence corporate energy investment decisions:   ECOnomy – Cost and return on investment   ECOlogy – Environmental impact, energy savings, and emissions reduction   ECOperception – The symbolic value and social acceptance of the investment   The third factor, ECOperception , ...

Leading the Charge: A Photovoltaic Journey from Vision to Impact

When I first stepped into the world of photovoltaics, I wasn’t just chasing a career - I was chasing a purpose. The idea that technology could drive real environmental change lit a spark in me. I saw solar energy not just as a business opportunity, but as a way to contribute to something bigger. Today, as Head of the Energy Business Unit at Solutions30 Germany, I lead our energy division with a clear mission: growth, excellence, and impact. My role spans strategy, team leadership, and overseeing projects from the first handshake to final delivery. What truly drives me is seeing our teams align, collaborate, and deliver what we promise our clients. The energy sector has evolved dramatically since I began. What once felt like a niche field has become a dynamic, digital, and highly professional industry. We’ve moved from isolated installations to integrated systems that power communities and industries. Speed, flexibility, and system thinking are no longer optional - they’re essential. Of...