As the world becomes more environmentally conscious, businesses are seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint. Data centers, which consume vast amounts of energy, are no exception. Zero carbon data centers are facilities that use only renewable energy and produce no carbon emissions. Here are some examples of zero carbon data centers from around the world, along with their owners, main contractors, and completion years.
- EcoDataCenter: Located in Falun, Sweden, this data center is owned by EcoDataCenter and was constructed in 2018. It uses 100% renewable energy and repurposes excess heat to heat nearby homes and businesses.
- Green Mountain: Located in Stavanger, Norway, this data center is owned by Green Mountain and was constructed in 2013. It uses 100% renewable energy, primarily sourced from hydroelectric power.
- Worthy One: Located in Waalwijk, the Netherlands, this data center is owned by The Datacenter Group and was constructed in 2019. It uses 100% renewable energy, primarily sourced from wind power.
- CCE: Located in Beauharnois, France, this data center is owned by OVHcloud and was constructed in 2012. It uses 100% renewable energy, primarily sourced from hydroelectric power.
- Infomart Portland: Located in Portland, Oregon, USA, this data center is owned by Infomart Data Centers and was constructed by DPR Construction in 2001. It uses a combination of on-site solar and wind energy, as well as off-site renewable energy sources, to power their facility.
- Iron Mountain Phoenix: Located in Phoenix, Arizona, USA, this data center is owned by Iron Mountain and was constructed by Holder Construction in 2019. It uses a combination of on-site solar and wind energy, as well as off-site renewable energy sources, to power their facility.
In conclusion, these zero carbon data centers demonstrate that it’s possible to power large-scale data centers while minimizing carbon emissions. As businesses become more focused on sustainability, we can expect to see more investments in renewable energy for data centers in the years to come.
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