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PDG completes phase one of AI-ready data centre in Johor
EduTech

PDG completes phase one of AI-ready data centre in Johor

Princeton Digital Group completes Phase One of its 150MW AI-ready JH1 data centre in Johor, advancing digital infrastructure in SE Asia with MYR 1.276 billion green loan.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Global Stories

Renewable energy stories

Cybersecurity flaws risk US solar power, now patched
Power / Energy

Cybersecurity flaws risk US solar power, now patched

Bitdefender reveals vulnerabilities in Solarman and Deye platforms exposed 20% of global solar output to cyber threats, risking US-scale blackouts.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Building a sustainable infrastructure foundation: Virtualise networking infrastructure
Network Infrastructure

Building a sustainable infrastructure foundation: Virtualise networking infrastructure

Virtualising networking infrastructure is key to sustainability as companies strive to reduce IT carbon emissions. Here's how to optimise network efficiency.

By Direnc Dogruoz and Tobias Schaub • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Legrand's Net Zero push offers both responsibility & opportunity
Power / Energy

Legrand's Net Zero push offers both responsibility & opportunity

Legrand Australia and New Zealand's CEO, Palash Nandy, says the company's Net Zero transition is both a responsibility and an opportunity for growth.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
NTT DATA launches Edge AI to modernise industrial operations
Edge Computing

NTT DATA launches Edge AI to modernise industrial operations

NTT DATA has launched its innovative Edge AI platform to streamline industrial operations by enhancing real-time data integration and decision-making capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
New Relic's annual ESG report highlights sustainability efforts
Power / Energy

New Relic's annual ESG report highlights sustainability efforts

New Relic's latest ESG report reveals significant strides in sustainability, including 100% renewable energy use and expansion of its student programme to over 1,400 participants.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Digital transformation in utilities hampered by leadership conflict
Data Analytics

Digital transformation in utilities hampered by leadership conflict

A new IFS study shows only 20% of utilities firms have completed digital transformation, despite AI being a top priority.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Verne appoints Maureen Leary as VP of Business Development
Hyperscale

Verne appoints Maureen Leary as VP of Business Development

Verne appoints Maureen Leary as Vice President of Business Development, leveraging her experience from AWS and Akamai to drive expansion and sustainability efforts.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Zero Circle & Wasabi launch real-time carbon calculator for ESG
Storage

Zero Circle & Wasabi launch real-time carbon calculator for ESG

Zero Circle and Wasabi have launched a real-time carbon calculator to help businesses measure and manage the environmental impact of their cloud storage usage.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Renewable energy stories

CQUniversity & Sunshine Hydro innovate renewable energy tech
EduTech

CQUniversity & Sunshine Hydro innovate renewable energy tech

CQUniversity and Sunshine Hydro's new initiative aims to support Central Queensland's decarbonisation with Mini Superhybrid technology, enhancing regional skills and job creation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
IES develops digital twin to aid Stirling & Clackmannanshire
Unified Communications

IES develops digital twin to aid Stirling & Clackmannanshire

Climate tech firm IES unveils a digital twin model for Stirling and Clackmannanshire, aiming to cut carbon emissions by 98% by 2045 via an innovative energy masterplan.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Australia's energy transition behind global pace, study says
Power / Energy

Australia's energy transition behind global pace, study says

Leaders are pushing the Australian government to support the energy transition, as many firms still face hurdles in decarbonising their operations.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2024
Solar panel installations in England drop by 25% in early 2024
Cartech

Solar panel installations in England drop by 25% in early 2024

Solar panel installations in England plummeted to 63,000 in the first half of 2024, a 25% decrease from last year, but experts predict a rebound.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
FTC Solar appoints Yann Brandt as new CEO & President
Power / Energy

FTC Solar appoints Yann Brandt as new CEO & President

FTC Solar appoints Yann Brandt as CEO, effective 19 August 2024, following an extensive search. Brandt brings over 18 years of solar industry experience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
SMA Australia appoints John Alexander as VP of Large Scale
Power / Energy

SMA Australia appoints John Alexander as VP of Large Scale

SMA Australia has appointed John Alexander as Vice President of its Large Scale division, bringing over 35 years of energy sector experience to the role.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
CyrusOne breaks ground on billion dollar data centre in Germany
Power / Energy

CyrusOne breaks ground on billion dollar data centre in Germany

CyrusOne breaks ground on its EUR €1 billion FRA7 data centre in Frankfurt, aiming for 81MW capacity and sustainability goals.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
Basis launches Leo smart panel, generates USD $100 million interest
Digital Entertainment

Basis launches Leo smart panel, generates USD $100 million interest

Basis has launched Leo, a smart panel offering enhanced energy management and safety, attracting over USD $100 million in sales interest and compliance certifications.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024