The $3.3 trillion question: Can data centres take the heat?

Extreme heat, drought and other climate hazards could raise cumulative annual running costs at data centres in operation today by $3.3 trillion by 2055.

2024 Oct 31

How India is solving its cooling challenge | World Economic

India''s cooling challenge India faces a daunting problem: how to provide access to cooling to its citizens without warming the planet. India has among the most cooling degree

2025 Aug 08

What new water circularity can look like for data centres

Data centres cause accelerating water usage, requiring innovative water circularity solutions; however, collaboration will be critical for their success.

2024 Nov 01

These 5 cities are embracing passive cooling for a

The partners are testing the effectiveness of passive cooling measures, like insulation, shading and roof design. Ultimately, the project aims to integrate the most

2024 May 30

How sustainable cooling could help combat the climate crisis

Sustainable cooling targets efficiency improvements to cooling solutions alongside measures that lower ambient temperatures in buildings and urban environments.

2024 Aug 12

6 ways data centres can cut their emissions: A case study

Data centres are responsible for 1% of energy-related greenhouse gas emissions. Here''s how to cut those emissions and still deliver on the promise of AI.

2024 Jun 19

The global cooling pledge: can the world slash emissions

Emissions from the refrigerants, air conditioners and energy used in the cooling industry account for 7% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and are expected to triple

2025 Oct 11

Climate change: 7 ways the world can cope with heatwaves

As #climate change intensifies heatwaves, #cities are experimenting with cooling techniques and initiatives, including urban greening and categorization.

2024 Feb 14

Discover this week''s must-read nature and climate stories

Top nature and climate news: Rooftop solar study reveals its climate cooling potential; US pulls out of climate damage fund; Global sea ice hits record low.

2024 Feb 28

Circular water solutions key to sustainable data centres

A key reason for the high-water consumption is limited water reuse in cooling. During the cooling process, part of the freshwater evaporates, and the remaining water

2025 Jan 19

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