Community Broadband Networks | Corning

Bringing Fiber to the People with Community Broadband Networks

Think big ideas are only for big cities? Think again. We’re helping communities overcome connectivity challenges with affordable, reliable high-speed broadband. It’s a must-have to bring the best of the world to your hometown.

Community Broadband Benefits

6.4% improvementin employment growth
Greater access tohigher paying jobs
Communities with 60% FTTH availability have64% better localized GDPcompared to communities with under 25% FTTH availability
A study of gigabit communities found that 14-gigabit broadband communities enjoyed approximately$1.4 billion in additional GDPwhen gigabit broadband became widely available

Let’s Plan Your Community Broadband Network

From planning to maintenance, we’ll work closely with you every step of the way.

	Create Your Vision We’ll work with you to define the services that best fit the needs of your community.
	Raise Awareness and Organize Demand Engage and inform your community to address concerns and establish priorities.
	Network Planning Create guiding principles for the project, create budget estimates, and complete a feasibility study.
	Secure Funding Drive awareness, gather support, and explore ways to fund the network.
	Deployment Develop your implementation plan, establish formal processes, and get to work building your network.
	Operate and Maintain Plan ahead to keep your network running smoothly.

I’m Here for Your Questions

Whether you’re an experienced network operator or tackling broadband for the first time, I’m ready to support you. Let’s connect to create a solution that’s right for you today and scalable for tomorrow.

Resources for Electric Membership Co-operatives and Municipalities

加入电气有限公司-operatives

It’s easier than you think to leverage the skills and equipment you already have to bring fiber connectivity to your community and expand your business opportunities. Learn more about broadband networks and see how other Electric Membership Co-operatives (EMCs) have made the move to fiber.

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Municipalities

Want to bring more internet connectivity options to your residents and businesses? An open access network may be the answer. Get expert insights on the economic and social benefits of high-speed Internet and learn how an Ohio city went “smart.”

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FlexNAP™ System

When introducing broadband to a new community, you need deployment solutions that are cost-effective, fast, and easy for anyone to understand. FlexNAP™ can help – offering a simple way to build durable networks that fit your budget.

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Evolv®的解决方案with Pushlok™ Technology

Advance your network without bringing disruption. Evolv terminals integrate seamlessly into your network with a variety of unobtrusive installation options. Evolv also features an extremely compact form factor, making it perfect for preserving the appearance of historic buildings.

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5G is Here and it is Made of Glass

This new generation of telecommunications networks relies on optical fiber, the hair-thin strand of glass invented by Corning scientists over 50 years ago. Today Corning, with its unique combination of capabilities in manufacturing, leadership, and innovation, works with customers all over the world to help them capture the promise and potential of 5G.

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Make Corning a Part of Your Community.

Learn from the experiences of industry leaders, EMCs and municipalities who have successfully delivered broadband to their communities. Our Community Broadband University video series offers you resources, advice, and information, anytime.

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Knowledge Center

Corning FTTP Solutions Resources

Your one-stop source for industry articles, case studies, and information about Corning’s Fiber to the Premises solutions and products.