The Energy efficiency of a satellite broadband network is addressed by ETSI TR 103 352 [i.4] "Energy Efficiency of Satellite Broadband Network". The present document carries out a full Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) of a satellite broadband network considering all stages of the life cycle.

Satellite Broadband Networks allow broadband services to be delivered to approaching 100% of the population, even in remote areas, and can therefore be used to fill gaps in the coverage of other broadband technologies. Satellite Broadband services can be offered to residential or business customers in a cost effective manner compared to other methods of services provision.

The present document reviews the assessment of GHG emissions over the lifecycle of satellite broadband networks, and identifies whether additions are required to the full life cycle assessment methodology developed in ETSI TS 103 199 [i.3].