Honoring Excellence: Telesat's Commitment to Sustainability through Technology

  July 29, 2024

At SmartBear, we believe technology has the power to create a positive impact on society. This belief is woven into our fabric, guiding our commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and our relentless drive to support our customers. Today, we are thrilled to celebrate Telesat as the recipient of our Q2 Software for Good Award, an accolade that embodies our shared values and dedication to making the world a better place through technology. This award is second in our new Customer Awards Program, which we launched earlier this year.

Telesat, a global leader in satellite communications, is making significant strides with their innovative tool, EcoOptimizer. This advanced solution is designed to improve satellite performance, reduce environmental impact, and enhance service delivery to remote and underserved regions. EcoOptimizer is a shining example of how technology can be harnessed to achieve sustainable and socially beneficial outcomes.

The tool leverages sophisticated algorithms to maximize the efficiency of Telesat’s satellite network, ensuring that energy consumption is minimized while maintaining high levels of service reliability. By streamlining power usage and reducing the overall carbon footprint, Telesat is not only improving operational efficiency but also contributing to global sustainability efforts. This commitment to environmental stewardship is a key reason why we chose Telesat for the Software for Good Award.

The Software for Good Award recognizes Telesat’s ingenuity in addressing global connectivity challenges and their unwavering accountability to their customers and communities. Telesat’s deployment of EcoOptimizer  demonstrates an exceptional ability to innovate while maintaining the highest standards of service reliability. Their efforts resonate with our brand attributes of being ingenious, accountable, genuine, and determined.

Telesat’s use of SmartBear tools, specifically Zephyr Scale and Collaborator, is especially helpful in maintaining the quality and efficiency of EcoOptimizer. With Zephyr Scale, they streamline the testing process. This ultimately validates their energy optimization algorithms and ensures their accuracy in reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions. With Collaborator, the team has better communication and feedback, which helps accelerate implementation of energy-saving features and optimizations.

The recognition of Telesat with the Software for Good Award highlights their dedication to creating positive change through technology. Their work with EcoOptimizer showcases their commitment to sustainability and their ability to address complex challenges with innovative solutions. Telesat’s efforts in reducing their environmental impact while enhancing global connectivity are truly commendable.

As we honor Telesat, we also look to the future with a renewed sense of purpose. We are determined to continue supporting our customers in their quests to solve complex problems and achieve remarkable outcomes. By fostering a culture of curiosity and relentless pursuit of excellence, we aim to empower more organizations to make a meaningful impact on society.