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Westcon-Comstor shifts to 42% renewable energy in 2023
Supply Chain

Westcon-Comstor shifts to 42% renewable energy in 2023

Westcon-Comstor has increased its renewable electricity usage to 42% and aims for full transition by 2030, as detailed in its annual report.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Indosat reports 11.6% revenue increase, bolsters AI efforts
Unified Communications

Indosat reports 11.6% revenue increase, bolsters AI efforts

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison reports a 39.1% rise in profit, reaching IDR 3,878 billion, driven by operational excellence and strategic investments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Energy-efficient technologies boost PMIC market growth
Supply Chain

Energy-efficient technologies boost PMIC market growth

The PMIC market is surging, driven by rising demand for energy efficiency in electronics, electric vehicles, and the expansion of 5G and IoT technologies.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Oct 2024
Australia's data centre investment to exceed $26bn by 2030
Hyperscale

Australia's data centre investment to exceed $26bn by 2030

Investment in Australian data centre capacity is projected to surpass AUD $26 billion by 2030, driven by soaring demand for digital services.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
US energy sector faces critical cybersecurity challenges
Firewalls

US energy sector faces critical cybersecurity challenges

A new report highlights serious cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the U.S. energy sector, with nearly half of breaches stemming from third-party risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
EDGNEX to build 40MW data centre in Madrid by 2026
DataCentre infrastructure

EDGNEX to build 40MW data centre in Madrid by 2026

EDGNEX Data Centers, part of DAMAC Group, is investing EUR 400 million in a new 40MW data centre in Madrid to meet rising global demand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
AI drives growth in global data centre construction costs
Supply Chain

AI drives growth in global data centre construction costs

Turner & Townsend has unveiled its eighth Data Centre Cost Index, detailing construction costs across 50 markets and highlighting AI's growing influence.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
eSIM technology adoption in IoT to accelerate by 2025
Internet of Things

eSIM technology adoption in IoT to accelerate by 2025

A new report from IoT Analytics predicts that eSIM technology adoption in IoT will surge by 2025, despite current usage standing at just 33%.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Leaseweb achieves ISO 14001 certification for sustainability
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Leaseweb achieves ISO 14001 certification for sustainability

Leaseweb has achieved ISO 14001:2015 certification, highlighting its commitment to sustainability across its global operations and reducing environmental impact.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Renewable energy stories

AI is the new vehicle for economic growth: How does New Zealand climb aboard?
EduTech

AI is the new vehicle for economic growth: How does New Zealand climb aboard?

New Zealand stands at a pivotal moment to harness AI's potential, which could add USD $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030.

By Mahesh Muralidhar • 5 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2024
Intium appoints Babu Kumar as General Manager of Engineering
Clean technologies

Intium appoints Babu Kumar as General Manager of Engineering

Intium has appointed Babu Kumar as General Manager of Engineering and Delivery, aiming to boost its energy solutions team with his 27 years of expertise.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Oct 2024
Aspen Technology launches new microgrid management system
Power / Energy

Aspen Technology launches new microgrid management system

Aspen Technology has unveiled its new Microgrid Management System, designed to help industries with high power needs enhance efficiency and meet net-zero goals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
Verne partners with Neste for renewable diesel in Finland
Hyperscale

Verne partners with Neste for renewable diesel in Finland

Verne has partnered with Neste to use renewable diesel at its Finnish data centres, aiming to reduce emissions by around 90% compared to fossil diesel.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Want to replace coal? Awaken the giant that is Pumped Hydro with technology and the right support
Power / Energy

Want to replace coal? Awaken the giant that is Pumped Hydro with technology and the right support

As the world shifts from coal, pumped hydro emerges as a key player for large-scale energy storage, needing innovation and government support to thrive.

By Rick McElhinney • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024
London ranks among top ten costly cities for data centres
Supply Chain

London ranks among top ten costly cities for data centres

Turner & Townsend's report reveals London ranks 10th for expensive data centres, amidst rising challenges in power and supply chain amid AI demand.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
Kao Data begins £350m data centre project in Stockport
EduTech

Kao Data begins £350m data centre project in Stockport

Kao Data has begun construction on a GBP £350 million data centre in Stockport, set to enhance Greater Manchester's digital infrastructure by 2026.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
TruBoard Partners launches TruGreen platform in India
Digital Transformation

TruBoard Partners launches TruGreen platform in India

TruBoard Partners has unveiled TruGreen, a comprehensive cloud-based platform for renewable energy management, at the Renewable Energy India Expo 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024