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DCA Partner News: Keysource Makes Senior Appointment to Support Service for Investors. Keysource, the leading global specialist in data centres and critical environments, has appointed David Franczak to support its standalone Lender Technical Advisor (LTA) service which provides financial institutions with technical due diligence, including environmental and social monitoring, for investment opportunities associated with the data centre market.  Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ek4y69Sd #datacentres #datacenters #DCA #DataCentreAlliance

Don't miss The DCA Update in Data Centre Solutions Magazine. Thank you to all the DCA Partner who have contributed, we hope you enjoy reading these interesting pieces. Michael 🎯 Sagar Director of Marketing Energy Systems, EnerSys provides an informative piece titled – ‘Unlocking the Potential: Data Center Energy Storage’s Dual Function in Backup and Grid Balancing’. Michael’s article explores how data centre energy storage can play a dual role in backup and grid balancing, not only ensuring customer data integrity but also facilitating the clean energy transition, lowering the overall carbon footprint. John Booth MBCS, CDCAP, CDCSP, MD Carbon3IT Ltd & Chair DCA Energy Efficiency SIG has spent time considering AI and Data Centres - ‘Beware the AI’ds of March (The Ides of March)’ – John points out that AI is THE dominant topic at most of the data centres events he’s attended recently. His observation - AI, is taking over all rational thought and perhaps we should all take a deep breath, and consider what we are doing... John Byrne, Managing Director – Ireland, Enel X, and Evan Barker, Manager - Facilities Engineering, Digital Realty have collaborated, producing an article that relates to how leveraging the flexibility of data centre UPS through Enel X and Digital Realty’s award-winning collaboration avoids over 30,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions and supports Ireland’s renewable energy transition. ‘Grid-interactive UPS – How data centres can actively enable Ireland’s. renewable energy transition’.  DCA Update is from page 42 - you can access Data Centre Solutions and read more here: https://lnkd.in/eQHPt_dH

Data Centre Transformation Conference 2024 - DCT 2024 FUTURE PROOFING YOUR DATA CENTRE AND DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE The Data Centre Transformation Conference is a one-day event comprising of panel sessions, workshops and updates from Government and industry experts. The conference opens at 10.00am and finishes at 17.00pm, this is followed by informal networking drinks in the pub and DCA Dinner. If you are looking for clarity and strategic guidance on the latest trends and best practices or wish to connect with those seeking answers, then… SECURE YOUR PLACE NOW - https://lnkd.in/eXGuZuh8

DCA Partner News: AI – Peril or Promise The crucial specialist data centres facilities needed to support the growing proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) within global industry are significantly impacting power and water usage, presenting the sector with both challenges and opportunities for sustainability and resource management. This is according to the latest independent industry survey (number 28), commissioned by Business Critical Solutions (BCS), the specialist services provider to the digital infrastructure industry, which captures the views of over 3000 senior data centre professionals across Europe, including owners, operators, developers, consultants and end users. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e2hk3JtX #datacentres #datacenters #DCA #DataCentreAlliance

DCA Partner News: Keysource Group, the global data centre and critical environment specialists, has appointed a Head of Sustainability as part of its ongoing focus on sustainable solutions across all elements of its services – consulting & design, management and operations. Maria Papantoni, a chartered engineer, brings with her over a decade of environmental design and engineering experience and qualifications which include CIBSE low carbon; consultant & energy assessor (LCC & LCEA), and BREEAM assessor (BRE). Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e6AZxhky #datacentres #datacenters #DCA #DataCentreAlliance

DCA Partner News: DCA Platinum Partner CMP Products Aims for Pole Position with UG Racing. The leading manufacturer of cable glands, cleats and accessories, CMP Products has confirmed on-going support of Glasgow University’s UG Racing Team as it aims to position itself firmly at the forefront of Formula Student UK’s (FSUK) green powered motorsport competition. Utilising CMP’s TruSeal cable glands to construct safe connections between internal section of the car’s HV battery, the team from Glasgow achieved third out of 65 entrants in the design presentation section of the 2023 competition; placed first in the FSUK Sim racing series; and overall finished in the top 15 of the entire competition. The result was made even more impressive as this was the first time the team had built a green, sustainable powertrain. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/edNxGZtu #datacentres #datacenters #DCA #DataCentreAlliance

We are thrilled to announce Data Centre Alliance (DCA) as an event partner for Data Centre World Asia! DCA is a renowned industry body dedicated to the advancement and growth of the data centre sector. With their extensive network and commitment to best practices, DCA plays a pivotal role in driving innovation and sustainability in data centres worldwide. Their collaboration with Data Centre World Asia will bring invaluable expertise, insights, and connections to our event. Find out more about them here: https://lnkd.in/g8ktrvcb Join us to explore cutting-edge solutions and network with industry leaders. Don’t miss this opportunity to register for your free ticket today: https://lnkd.in/g4psNzUR #DCWA2024 #DCWA #DataCentreWorldAsia #TechWeekSingapore #DataCentres #Innovation #Sustainability #DCA #Partnership

DCA Partner News: RiT Tech impresses delegates at Datacloud Global Congress 2024 with the launch of the market’s first DCIM Sustainability Reporting Module. This innovative functionality establishes XpedITe as the first DCIM platform capable of providing data center operators with a holistic tool that can comprehensively assess and improve the sustainability of their operations. One of the key beneficial features is its ability to report on all critical metrics, including the eight key performance indicators outlined in the ISO/IEC 30134 standard which is both timely and essential for the fast-approaching European sustainability reporting deadlines. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eVWz7c-i #datacentres #datacenters #DCA #DataCentreAlliance

DCA Partner News: Five Tips to Illuminate Your Data Centre for Peak Performance from Zumtobel Group Data centres are among the most energy-intensive buildings in the world, and lighting is a significant portion of that consumption. With no windows, these buildings rely entirely on artificial lighting, making the quality and efficiency of the lighting systems crucial. The right lighting can help data centre facilities managers reduce energy usage and improve efficiency. LED lighting, for example, can reduce energy usage by up to 50%, and LED lighting with higher lumens per watt can further increase these energy savings. Ed Haslett, Divisional Director – Critical Facilities UK & Ireland at Zumtobel Group, shares five key points to consider to improve the efficiency of your data centre lighting: https://lnkd.in/etNtmzwc #datacentres #datacenters #DCA #DataCentreAlliance #Lighting