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Data center operators in Singapore aiming to become more environmentally friendly are seeking clearer guidance on a roadmap to reduce energy consumption.
The Infocomm Media Development Authority plans to launch the green data center roadmap later this month, incorporating industry feedback to help data centers become more sustainable. The initiative comes as new technologies drive the demand for more powerful and energy-intensive computing.
Transforming data centers in Singapore
Data centers have a significant carbon footprint due to the substantial energy required to power cooling systems, ensuring equipment operates within a specific temperature range, which can lead to increased greenhouse gas emissions. Reports estimate that data centers globally contribute to about 1% to 5 % of greenhouse gas emissions.
