May 25, 2023 More Spectrum Means More Innovation and Competition America has led the world in network innovation thanks to our smart spectrum policy. Since wireless operators first launched 5G service in 2019, 315 million Americans are now covered, a nationwide deployment that was twice as fast as 4G. The spectrum made available for 5G has meant more innovation and more competition, benefits that we WIA Blog
May 22, 2023 WIA Commends Nomination of Anna Gomez, Renomination of Commissioners Starks, Carr ARLINGTON, Va.—Please attribute the following statement to WIA President and CEO Patrick Halley: “Anna Gomez knows the issues and the policymaking process as well as anyone in Washington and has the respect of everyone she works with. Her decades of experience within government and industry provides her with exactly the right blend of experience, skill, News
May 17, 2023 Cathy Piche Joins WIA Board of Directors, Alex Gellman Elected Chair ARLINGTON, Va. – The Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) today announced that Cathy Piche, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer – Towers, Crown Castle, has joined WIA’s Board of Directors and Alex Gellman, Vertical Bridge Executive Chairman and Co-Founder, was elected Chair. Piche, who was also elected to serve as Vice-Chair, will replace Crown Castle President News
May 2, 2023 New Report: The U.S. In-building Wireless Landscape In-building wireless networks, which have been providing capacity and coverage solutions since 3G and have continued to do so for 4G and 5G cellular networks inside buildings, are critical components of today’s wireless infrastructure. These systems use a variety of network architectures and spectrum bands to extend cellular service inside stadiums, commercial buildings, hotels, convention News, Research and White Papers, WIA Blog
Apr 20, 2023 WIA member companies commit to environmental action Many companies have begun to incorporate environment-related goals in their strategic plans as part of their sustainability plans. Following are examples of actions WIA member companies are taking to positively impact the environment. To inform its sustainability approach, Crown Castle conducted a materiality assessment in 2020, evaluating 16 topics that represent the most material ESG WIA Blog
Apr 20, 2023 How connectivity can help heal our planet By Kristen Beckman As the world marks Earth Day, the wireless infrastructure industry is poised to play a key role in helping solve the world’s climate change challenges. Data, powered by connectivity, can generate awareness and efficiencies that will lead to reduced energy consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions, as well as cleaner water and air. FCC Commissioner WIA Blog