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EDC partners with Newgen to centralise content management
Digital Transformation

EDC partners with Newgen to centralise content management

Energy Development Corporation teams up with Newgen Software to streamline document management for 1,000 employees, enhancing operational efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024

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Firetrace report warns of fire risk in renewable projects
Storage

Firetrace report warns of fire risk in renewable projects

A new report highlights significant fire risks in co-located renewable energy projects, stressing the under-protection of solar and wind components despite advances in battery safety.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
UK energy consumers call for more incentives for renewables
Power / Energy

UK energy consumers call for more incentives for renewables

A new study by Solar Together reveals that 90% of UK energy consumers are urging the Government to provide more incentives for renewable energy.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Equinix invests $240 million to expand AI infrastructure
Hyperscale

Equinix invests $240 million to expand AI infrastructure

Equinix has invested $240 million to expand data centres in Sydney and Melbourne, addressing AI demands with over 4,000 new cabinets and cooling solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Logitech launches lightweight Keys-To-Go 2 keyboard
Endpoint Protection

Logitech launches lightweight Keys-To-Go 2 keyboard

Logitech unveils Keys-To-Go 2, an ultra-portable wireless keyboard for various devices. Priced at NZD $149.95, this eco-friendly keyboard enhances mobile productivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
STT GDC's 2023 ESG report highlights green achievements
Power / Energy

STT GDC's 2023 ESG report highlights green achievements

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres releases its 2023 ESG report, achieving key carbon and renewable energy milestones ahead of schedule.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Australia's data centres urged to cut emissions, go green
Storage

Australia's data centres urged to cut emissions, go green

Australia's data centres face significant environmental challenges, with rising carbon emissions set to double by 2030 due to energy-intensive AI applications, warns industry experts.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Renewable energy stories

NRN secures AUD $1 million in pre-Series A funding round
Power / Energy

NRN secures AUD $1 million in pre-Series A funding round

The National Renewable Network secures AUD $1 million in pre-Series A funding led by Investible to expand solar and battery installations across Australian homes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
Spark to build data centre & surf park on Auckland's North Shore
Power / Energy

Spark to build data centre & surf park on Auckland's North Shore

Spark secures resource consent for a new 40MW data centre in Auckland's North Shore, using innovative heat exchange and solar power to enhance sustainability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
St John Wānaka wins NZD $45,000 solar system from SolarZero
Power / Energy

St John Wānaka wins NZD $45,000 solar system from SolarZero

St John Wānaka wins SolarZero competition, securing a 20-year solar system subscription worth NZD $45,000, promising lower energy costs and enhanced community resilience.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Equinix invests USD $65 million in Chennai data centre expansion
Digital Transformation

Equinix invests USD $65 million in Chennai data centre expansion

Equinix is investing USD $65 million to establish its first data centre in Chennai, enhancing its presence in India's booming digital infrastructure market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Solar insights: FTC Solar at Intersolar Europe event
Power / Energy

Solar insights: FTC Solar at Intersolar Europe event

FTC Solar participated in Intersolar Europe, uncovering key trends in hail risk mitigation, Balkan interest in solar projects, and growth in Agri PV with supportive EU regulations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Government urges all data centres to use renewable energy
Supply Chain

Government urges all data centres to use renewable energy

Government officials are calling for renewable energy use for data centres, highlighting support for New Zealand's Net Zero 2050 goals.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
New SELECT president warns of AI electricity demand impact
Power / Energy

New SELECT president warns of AI electricity demand impact

The new President of SELECT, Scotland's top construction trade body, warns UK's National Grid could face significant strain from rising AI energy demands.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Verne appoints Matti Tella as Technical Director
Unified Communications

Verne appoints Matti Tella as Technical Director

Verne appoints Matti Tella as Technical Director in Finland to lead operations amid rising demand for sustainable data centres driven by the AI surge.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
EG Funds Management pioneers clean energy matching in Sydney
Power / Energy

EG Funds Management pioneers clean energy matching in Sydney

EG Funds Management introduces clean energy matching for five Sydney properties via Matched Energy Supply Agreements, aiming for Real Zero Carbon by 2030.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
Skygard's Oslo data centre sets benchmark for green innovation
Power / Energy

Skygard's Oslo data centre sets benchmark for green innovation

Skygard's state-of-the-art data centre in central Oslo is set to revolutionise the sector, combining high security with environmental sustainability and urban regeneration.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024