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The final session of the first day at the Energy Efficiency for Data Centers Summit was a panel discussion titled "Infrastructure and the Path to Net-Zero by 2050." This insightful session featured industry leaders: - Stuart Lawrence, Vice President of Product Innovation & Sustainability at Stream Data Centers - John Coster, Sr. Manager of Innovation, Planning, and Strategy at T-Mobile - Daniel Crosby, Founder and CEO of Legend Energy Advisors - Michael Donohue, Power Working Group Chair at iMasons Climate Accord The panelists explored various strategies and innovations necessary for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. They discussed the role of infrastructure in this transformation, emphasizing the importance of sustainable practices and advanced technologies. Key topics included enhancing energy efficiency, integrating renewable energy sources, and adopting innovative solutions to reduce carbon footprints. Their collective expertise provided a comprehensive roadmap for the data center industry to navigate the challenges and opportunities on the path to a sustainable future. #NetZero2050 #DataCenters #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency #Innovation #RenewableEnergy #Infrastructure #EnergySummit

"𝙂𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙙𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙗𝙮 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣. 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙮'𝙧𝙚 𝙙𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙗𝙮 𝙖 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙢 𝙤𝙛 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚." - 𝓢𝓽𝓮𝓿𝓮 𝓙𝓸𝓫𝓼 Overcoming obstacles together offers compounding benefits, creating a dynamic of mutual support and shared growth that extends beyond what individuals or organizations could achieve alone. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀. For energy insights, follow: #EnergyNinjaChronicles Subscribe to the newsletter: 📩 https://lnkd.in/dGpq2-dC #energyinfrastructure #energymanagement #energymarkets #sustainability

🔋🌍 Join us on November 18 for the webinar Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Data Centers: Key Strategies and Innovations. Data centers are the backbone of our digital world, yet their energy demands are escalating. This session brings together key experts to explore innovative solutions for reducing energy consumption in data centers, from optimizing cooling systems to implementing AI-driven management. I am honored to moderate this session, featuring esteemed speakers: - Paolo Bertoldi, Senior Expert at the European Commission - Brendan Reidenbach, Energy Analyst at the International Energy Agency (IEA) - Rocio Soledad Garcia, Technical Support and Project Coordinator at United for Efficiency (U4E) 💡 They will share insights on: - Best practices for energy efficiency in data centers - Innovations in cooling and energy management - Policy frameworks supporting sustainable data infrastructure Whether you're in tech, energy, or sustainability, this is an opportunity to learn about strategies driving a greener, more efficient digital future. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/en3ezv5v Gabriela Prata Dias Aristeidis Tsakiris Lasse Hemmingsen Mette Annelie Rasmussen UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre #DataCenters #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #GreenTech #UNEPCCC #C2E2

🌍💻 Sustainability & Efficiency: Transforming Europe's Data Centers The demand for data centers across Europe is skyrocketing, driven by digitalization, AI, and cloud adoption. But with this growth comes a critical question: How can we ensure efficiency and sustainability in the face of rising energy consumption? 🔋 Energy Demand & Green Commitments The International Energy Agency estimates that EU data center power demand will rise by 50%, reaching 150 TWh by 2026. With the EU Green Deal pushing for carbon neutrality by 2050, the industry is adopting greener practices, from energy-efficient operations to renewable power integration. 💡 Innovative Solutions Leading the Way Advanced Cooling: Liquid cooling systems are becoming a game-changer for energy efficiency. Heat Reuse: Waste heat from data centers is being repurposed to power urban infrastructure. For example, Equinix in Paris is heating the city's Olympic Aquatics Center—a perfect blend of technology and sustainability! ⚖️ Challenges & Opportunities Countries like Ireland, facing energy supply constraints, highlight the need for strategic planning to balance growth with sustainability. The UK is leveraging its energy resources to attract data center investments. Regulatory frameworks across Europe are setting new standards, ensuring sustainable and resilient data center operations. As we transition to a digital future, Europe's data center industry is proving that innovation and sustainability can go hand in hand. 📢 What’s Next? How can we further optimize data center operations while maintaining environmental stewardship? Share your thoughts in the comments! #Sustainability #DataCenters #GreenEnergy #Innovation #Europe #DigitalTransformation Please visit the link below for more information: https://lnkd.in/dntgQGc8

🌿As our digital world expands, data centers are becoming the backbone of modern infrastructure. But did you know they can also be key players in promoting grid sustainability? 💡🌱 🔍 According to Computer Weekly, leveraging data centers for energy efficiency and sustainable practices can significantly enhance the stability and resilience of our power grids. By integrating renewable energy sources, optimizing energy consumption, and participating in demand response programs, data centers can contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. 🌍💚 Let's harness the power of innovation and collaboration to transform our energy landscape. Together, we can build a sustainable and resilient digital economy! 🌐⚡️ #Sustainability #DataCenters #RenewableEnergy https://lnkd.in/ghfqme_6

That’s a wrap for #PowerSummit24! 👏 It's been an intense 2 days of exchange on how to keep the #LightsOn now that growing electrification is making the energy system more decentralised. One thing is sure: to make Europe's decarbonisation journey a success story, we need to invest in an upgraded and digitalised power grid that is ready to deliver clean electricity. In this view, we have launched two flagships: ⚡ #Grids4Speed, showing why we need to invest in grids if we want to achieve our decarbonisation goals: https://bit.ly/3ysMmPP ⚡ #Wired4Tomorrow, which serves as a roadmap for Distribution System Operators to go digital: https://bit.ly/4dI6rlk Thanks to all participants and PPC S.A. for hosting the Power Summit in beautiful Greece! Now it's time to turn the lights off, see you next year for #PowerSummit25! Leo Birnbaum | Georgios Stassis | Markus Rauramo | E.ON | PPC S.A. | Fortum | Kristian Ruby | Cillian O'Donoghue | Marianne Karu | Emily O'Leary | Nadège MANDIE | Matteo Redaelli | Gael Glorieux | Savannah Altvater | Zsuzsa Cseko | Jessica Garcia #energy #electricity #electrification #decarbonisation

🌿As our digital world expands, data centers are becoming the backbone of modern infrastructure. But did you know they can also be key players in promoting grid sustainability? 💡🌱 🔍 According to Computer Weekly, leveraging data centers for energy efficiency and sustainable practices can significantly enhance the stability and resilience of our power grids. By integrating renewable energy sources, optimizing energy consumption, and participating in demand response programs, data centers can contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. 🌍💚 Let's harness the power of innovation and collaboration to transform our energy landscape. Together, we can build a sustainable and resilient digital economy! 🌐⚡️ #Sustainability #DataCenters #RenewableEnergy https://lnkd.in/eNk2DuJu

Aloha! We are not in Hawaii yet, but as an initial reminder before entering holiday season mode, I’m thrilled to be attending Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC) PTC’25 in Honolulu from January 19-22, and I’m particularly excited about the Energy Dilemma Topical Session on Tuesday, January 21 at the MPCC, Coral 2. I’ll be sharing the stage with this esteemed group: Moderator: • Colby Synesael, Partner, Freedom Street Advisors Panelists: • Jonathan Beckham, Partner, Akerman LLP • Sam Enoka, Founder & CEO, Greensparc • Seppo Ihalainen, CEO & Founder, Firma-Rise • Karen Petersburg, VP of Data Center Development & Construction, PowerHouse Data Centers My focus will be on energy management and optimization for data centers, particularly from a grid support perspective. It’s about much more than just reserve energy markets in the Nordics. We need to develop design models, tools, and resources that transform data centers into power assets. This means adapting to specific market dynamics whether you bring your own power, leverage the grid as backup, or capitalize on renewable energy options while navigating price volatility challenges. Looking forward to sharing insights and connecting with industry leaders! #PTC25 #DataCenters #EnergyManagement #GridOptimization #RenewableEnergy #DigitalInfrastructure #PowerAssets #Innovation