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Equinix seals new solar energy deal with Sembcorp Power
Hyperscale

Equinix seals new solar energy deal with Sembcorp Power

Equinix has signed a new renewable energy agreement with Sembcorp Power to generate 58.5 MWp of solar energy for its Singapore data centres from 2029.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

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BLUETTI redefines its role in clean energy with new energy solutions at CES
Power / Energy

BLUETTI redefines its role in clean energy with new energy solutions at CES

At CES 2025, BLUETTI showcased its innovative energy solutions, unveiling the Apex and EnergyPro series, reaffirming its commitment to clean energy technology.

By BLUETTI • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
PepsiCo launches sustainability accelerator for A/NZ startups
Unified Communications

PepsiCo launches sustainability accelerator for A/NZ startups

PepsiCo has launched its third Greenhouse Accelerator Program in Asia Pacific, inviting A/NZ startups to apply for equity-free grants of USD $20,000 and more.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Jan 2025
Westcon-Comstor in ANZ switches to 100% renewable power
Cartech

Westcon-Comstor in ANZ switches to 100% renewable power

Westcon-Comstor has reached a landmark achievement by powering all its sites in Australia and New Zealand with 100% renewable electricity, aiming for global targets by 2030.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Stepping into the future of Australia's IT infrastructure with confidence
Hyperscale

Stepping into the future of Australia's IT infrastructure with confidence

Australia's data centre market is set to grow significantly, driven by soaring AI demand and the urgent need for energy-efficient infrastructure.

By Lizzi Long • 5 min read • Mon, 6th Jan 2025
Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities
Ransomware

Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities

A report by ReliaQuest reveals that 81% of cyber threats to the utilities sector stem from spearphishing, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in legacy systems.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024
AI demand reshaping data centres with new challenges ahead
Hyperscale

AI demand reshaping data centres with new challenges ahead

With AI demand surging, data centre operators face equipment shortages and safety risks, raising concerns over construction timelines and outdated technology.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
AVK & Rolls-Royce see sales surge for HVO generators
Clean technologies

AVK & Rolls-Royce see sales surge for HVO generators

AVK and Rolls-Royce have made significant strides in their net-zero goals, selling over 500 HVO-powered generators to the data centre sector in 2024.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
Schneider Electric unveils AI-ready data centre solutions
Power / Energy

Schneider Electric unveils AI-ready data centre solutions

Schneider Electric unveils new solutions tackling energy and sustainability challenges from AI demand, including advanced data centre designs and power systems.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Forrester reveals 2024 tech trends in AI & quantum
Quantum Computing

Forrester reveals 2024 tech trends in AI & quantum

Forrester's latest report unveils the top 10 infrastructure tech trends for 2024, spotlighting AI, sustainability, and quantum computing's evolving roles.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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NBN Co secures wind power deal to cut carbon emissions
Power / Energy

NBN Co secures wind power deal to cut carbon emissions

NBN Co has begun sourcing renewable electricity from the Macarthur Wind Farm, marking a key step towards its aim of 100% renewable energy by December 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Scotland to lead UK's data centre expansion with £25bn
Hyperscale

Scotland to lead UK's data centre expansion with £25bn

The UK data centre sector faces critical trials by 2025, with significant investments and planning reforms needed to harness Scotland's energy potential.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
VoltX Energy expands with AUD $40m battery deal in Australia
Clean technologies

VoltX Energy expands with AUD $40m battery deal in Australia

VoltX Energy will expand into Queensland and South Australia with a AUD $40 million deal for 10,000 solar battery units to meet rising demand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2024
Microsoft opens first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand
Power / Energy

Microsoft opens first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand

Microsoft has launched its first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand, enhancing local productivity and promising significant tech advancements.

By Nona Pelletier • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
2degrees first in NZ telco to secure SBTi net zero target
Cartech

2degrees first in NZ telco to secure SBTi net zero target

2degrees has become the first New Zealand telco to secure validation for its Net Zero by 2040 target from the Science Based Target initiative.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
CyrusOne plans first Italian data centre in Milan's Segrate
Hyperscale

CyrusOne plans first Italian data centre in Milan's Segrate

CyrusOne has unveiled plans for its inaugural data centre in Italy, MIL1, aiming to meet growing cloud demand in Milan by 2027.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
BSO launches DataOne, Europe's first giga-scale AI centre
Clean technologies

BSO launches DataOne, Europe's first giga-scale AI centre

BSO has unveiled DataOne, Europe's first giga-scale AI hosting data centre in France, aiming for a 400MW capacity by 2028, powered by renewable energy.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024