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Google and Microsoft's electricity consumption was greater than over 100 countries in 2023
By George Fitzmaurice published
News Spiraling data center energy demands on the back of generative AI are largely to blame for the figures

First of two new Yondr data centers in Slough ready to start operation
By Emma Woollacott published
News More than 30 sites are in operation in Slough, which has become a major location for data centers, thanks largely to its good transport links and fast fiber optic connections

Microsoft's underwater data center project was never going to work
By George Fitzmaurice published
News Project Natick was largely a success, but didn’t make sense from an operational or practical perspective

Environmental product declarations are the latest big tech obsession in the fight to improve data center sustainability
By George Fitzmaurice published
News EPDs could play a key role in helping data center operators keep on top of sustainability metrics

Google's greenhouse gas emissions have skyrocketed
By Solomon Klappholz published
News Google is struggling to balance long-term sustainability goals while keeping pace with key competitors in the generative AI race

Digital Realty acquires Slough data center site in latest expansion
By Emma Woollacott published
News The facility will add to Digital Realty's expanding portfolio in the London area

UK government to re-open planning process for two rejected data centers
By Emma Woollacott published
News Plans for two data centers could go ahead if the potential regional and national gains warrant it, according to chancellor Rachel Reeves

AWS’ nuclear-powered data center deal just hit a major roadblock
By Solomon Klappholz published
News AWS' $650 million nuclear-powered data center deal with Talen Energy could be in jeopardy as US utility companies hit back against the plans
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