In relief to telcos, 5G radiation rules eased
telecom operators to cover more areas with fewer base stations, reducing both cost and their carbon footprint.
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As per the revised rules, the power density requirement for a 5G base tower station (BTS) has been increased to 5 watts per square metre from 1 watt, which essentially means the signals can travel a longer distance. The revised rules are still more stringent than global guidelines, officials said.
The International Commission for Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) that provides advice and guidance on the health and environmental effects of EMF recommends 10 watts per square metre. Local telcos have been seeking rules in line with the ICNIRP guidelines, citing studies that show no adverse health effect from wireless technologies.
«The telcos can submit self-certificates based on the new EMF norms from February onwards,» an official told ET.
The new rules that will come into effect on February 1 will help telcos save on some capex costs, as under existing guidelines they have to put up an estimated 40% more sites to cover the same area, said experts.
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