Achieving circularity in the ICT industry is a critical challenge. Despite ambitious goals, progress has not kept up with the growing e-waste crisis. Devices are often used briefly and discarded, with little focus on component reuse. Disruptive innovation is key to transforming this model. Telekom, in collaboration with a consortium, has developed the world’s first DSL router made from repurposed smartphone components. This prototype marks a bold step towards circularity in the ICT industry. Join us to explore its impact, barriers to circularity, and how innovation can accelerate industry-wide change.

Join us for a panel discussion on the future of circularity in the ICT industry. 

Based on 10 years’ experience in the creative / design industries and 15 years in developing innovative, digital solutions & strategies within the corporate context, Ole knows how to bring sustainable innovations & strategies alive and implement them successfully across organizations and regions internationally.

Ole Schilling 2025

Ole Schilling

Cluster Lead Climate & Environment Deutsche Telekom AG

Julian Haslberger is part of the Global Sustainability Team at Infineon Technologies AG. He is leading the company's activities in sustainability innovation with a strong focus on Circular Economy within the Semiconductor Industry. He has a strong background in multi-stakeholder management and venture building within innovation ecosystems. Before joining Infineon in 2017, Julian was co-founder of a clean tech startup to enable green mobility on the water.

Julian Haslberger 2025

Julian Haslberger

Circular Economy and Sustainability Innovation, Infineon Technologies AG

Ole Schilling

Sessions where Ole Schilling takes part

Rethinking Circularity in ICT: Innovating for a Circular Transformation