The main study you refer to is very interesting, especially when they talk about how embodied energy of solar panels is calculated. (lowtechmagazine.com)
They offer sustainable solutions with low embodied energy, reduced waste and minimal carbon emissions — all factors that can help save our planet for future generations. (educationbusinessuk.net)
This report describes embodied energy for cellular base stations, which is a major part of the electricity used for the cellular network. (thinkprogress.org)