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Elena Valderrábano, Chief Sustainability Officer of Telefónica, has been honored with the CSO Sustainable Supply Chain Award at the Futur/io CSO Awards Europe in recognition of her leadership in driving sustainable business practices. The award highlights her contributions to advancing responsible sourcing, carbon reduction, and ethical supply chain management within the telecommunications industry.
The Futur/io award was presented during the World Economic Forum in Davos, where global leaders gathered to discuss sustainability and economic transformation. Valderrábano’s efforts have positioned Telefónica as a benchmark in sustainable supply chain innovation, reinforcing its commitment to environmental and social responsibility.
The CSO Awards Europe 2025 ceremony, held on January 20, 2025, at the Berghotel Schatzalp in Davos, Switzerland, honored outstanding Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs) for their exceptional leadership in advancing corporate sustainability. The event, curated by the Futur/io Institute, celebrated individuals driving meaningful change within their organizations and beyond.
Elena Valderrábano – Chief Sustainability Officer, Telefónica
Elena Valderrábano is the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) of Telefónica, leading the company’s global sustainability strategy with a strong focus on ESG integration, responsible business practices, and digital inclusion. With extensive experience in corporate ethics, social responsibility, and stakeholder engagement, she has played a pivotal role in aligning Telefónica’s operations with climate action, circular economy principles, and sustainable supply chain management. Under her leadership, Telefónica has strengthened its net-zero commitments, enhanced ESG reporting, and advanced sustainable innovation across its business ecosystem. Valderrábano is widely recognized for driving impactful sustainability initiatives, earning her international accolades.
Telefónica – A Global Leader in Telecommunications and Sustainability
Telefónica is a multinational telecommunications company and one of the world’s largest network operators, providing connectivity and digital services across Europe and Latin America. Headquartered in Spain, Telefónica operates under key brands such as Movistar, O2, and Vivo, delivering cutting-edge solutions in fiber optics, mobile networks, cloud computing, and IoT.
Committed to sustainability and digital inclusion, Telefónica has been proactive in integrating ESG and sustainability principles into its business strategy, focusing on carbon neutrality, responsible supply chains, and bridging the digital divide.
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