Digital Realty Published 2024 Impact Report, Highlighting Advancements in Sustainability Goals
Digital Realty (NYSE:DLR), the largest global provider of cloud- and carrier-neutral data center solutions, has released its 2024 Impact Report highlighting significant sustainability achievements. The company reached 75% renewable energy usage of its global electricity needs, a 9% increase from the previous year, with 1.5 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity under contract.
Key achievements include matching 185 data centers with 100% renewable energy, implementing energy efficiency projects saving 42,400 megawatt hours (MWh) annually, and achieving ENERGY STAR certification for 69% of U.S. managed portfolio. The company reduced water usage intensity by 14% in its North American colocation portfolio and expanded renewable diesel usage to 30 global sites.
Digital Realty certified eight global data centers totaling 1.9 million square feet under sustainable building standards in 2024, bringing its total certified space to over 15 million square feet. The company continues to strengthen its operational resilience through risk assessments, security measures, and climate change preparedness.
Digital Realty (NYSE:DLR), il più grande fornitore globale di soluzioni per data center neutrali rispetto a cloud e operatori, ha pubblicato il suo Rapporto di Impatto 2024 evidenziando importanti risultati in termini di sostenibilità. L'azienda ha raggiunto un 75% di utilizzo di energia rinnovabile per il fabbisogno elettrico globale, con un incremento del 9% rispetto all'anno precedente, disponendo di una capacità contrattuale di energia rinnovabile di 1,5 gigawatt (GW).
I principali traguardi includono l'alimentazione di 185 data center con energia 100% rinnovabile, l'implementazione di progetti di efficienza energetica che permettono un risparmio annuo di 42.400 megawatt ora (MWh) e il conseguimento della certificazione ENERGY STAR per il 69% del portafoglio gestito negli Stati Uniti. L'azienda ha ridotto l'intensità dell'uso dell'acqua del 14% nel suo portafoglio di colocation in Nord America e ha ampliato l'uso di diesel rinnovabile in 30 siti globali.
Nel 2024, Digital Realty ha certificato otto data center globali per un totale di 1,9 milioni di piedi quadrati secondo standard di costruzione sostenibile, portando la superficie certificata totale a oltre 15 milioni di piedi quadrati. L'azienda continua a rafforzare la propria resilienza operativa attraverso valutazioni dei rischi, misure di sicurezza e preparazione ai cambiamenti climatici.
Digital Realty (NYSE:DLR), el mayor proveedor global de soluciones para centros de datos neutrales en cuanto a la nube y operadores, ha publicado su Informe de Impacto 2024 destacando logros significativos en sostenibilidad. La compañía alcanzó un 75% de uso de energía renovable para sus necesidades eléctricas globales, un aumento del 9% respecto al año anterior, con una capacidad contratada de energía renovable de 1.5 gigavatios (GW).
Los logros clave incluyen alimentar 185 centros de datos con energía 100% renovable, implementar proyectos de eficiencia energética que ahorran 42,400 megavatios hora (MWh) anualmente y obtener la certificación ENERGY STAR para el 69% de su cartera gestionada en EE. UU.. La empresa redujo la intensidad del uso de agua en un 14% en su portafolio de colocación en América del Norte y amplió el uso de diésel renovable a 30 sitios globales.
En 2024, Digital Realty certificó ocho centros de datos globales que suman 1.9 millones de pies cuadrados bajo estándares de construcción sostenible, elevando su espacio certificado total a más de 15 millones de pies cuadrados. La empresa continúa fortaleciendo su resiliencia operativa mediante evaluaciones de riesgos, medidas de seguridad y preparación ante el cambio climático.
Digital Realty (NYSE:DLR)는 클라우드 및 통신사 중립 데이터 센터 솔루션의 세계 최대 제공업체로서, 주요 지속 가능성 성과를 강조한 2024 영향 보고서를 발표했습니다. 회사는 전 세계 전력 수요의 75%를 재생 에너지로 충당했으며, 이는 전년 대비 9% 증가한 수치로, 1.5기가와트(GW)의 재생 에너지 용량 계약을 체결했습니다.
주요 성과로는 185개 데이터 센터를 100% 재생 에너지로 운영하고, 연간 42,400메가와트시(MWh)의 에너지 절감 효과를 내는 에너지 효율 프로젝트를 시행했으며, 미국 관리 포트폴리오의 69%가 ENERGY STAR 인증을 받았습니다. 또한 북미 콜로케이션 포트폴리오에서 물 사용 강도를 14% 줄였고, 30개 글로벌 사이트에서 재생 디젤 사용을 확대했습니다.
2024년에는 8개 글로벌 데이터 센터가 지속 가능한 건축 기준에 따라 총 190만 평방피트를 인증받아, 총 인증 면적이 1,500만 평방피트를 넘어섰습니다. 회사는 위험 평가, 보안 조치, 기후 변화 대비를 통해 운영 복원력을 계속 강화하고 있습니다.
Digital Realty (NYSE:DLR), le plus grand fournisseur mondial de solutions de centres de données neutres vis-à-vis du cloud et des opérateurs, a publié son Rapport d'Impact 2024 mettant en avant des réalisations significatives en matière de durabilité. L'entreprise a atteint un taux d'utilisation d'énergie renouvelable de 75% pour ses besoins électriques mondiaux, soit une augmentation de 9% par rapport à l'année précédente, avec une capacité contractuelle d'énergie renouvelable de 1,5 gigawatts (GW).
Les réalisations clés comprennent l'alimentation de 185 centres de données à 100% en énergie renouvelable, la mise en œuvre de projets d'efficacité énergétique permettant d'économiser 42 400 mégawattheures (MWh) par an, et l'obtention de la certification ENERGY STAR pour 69% du portefeuille géré aux États-Unis. L'entreprise a réduit l'intensité de sa consommation d'eau de 14% dans son portefeuille de colocation en Amérique du Nord et a étendu l'utilisation de diesel renouvelable à 30 sites mondiaux.
En 2024, Digital Realty a certifié huit centres de données mondiaux totalisant 1,9 million de pieds carrés selon des normes de construction durable, portant sa surface certifiée totale à plus de 15 millions de pieds carrés. L'entreprise continue de renforcer sa résilience opérationnelle grâce à des évaluations des risques, des mesures de sécurité et une préparation aux changements climatiques.
Digital Realty (NYSE:DLR), der weltweit größte Anbieter von cloud- und carrier-neutralen Rechenzentrumslösungen, hat seinen Impact Report 2024 veröffentlicht, der bedeutende Nachhaltigkeitserfolge hervorhebt. Das Unternehmen erreichte einen 75%igen Anteil an erneuerbarer Energie für seinen globalen Strombedarf, eine Steigerung von 9% gegenüber dem Vorjahr, mit einer vertraglich gesicherten Kapazität von 1,5 Gigawatt (GW) erneuerbarer Energie.
Zu den wichtigsten Erfolgen zählen die Versorgung von 185 Rechenzentren mit 100% erneuerbarer Energie, die Umsetzung von Energieeffizienzprojekten mit einer jährlichen Einsparung von 42.400 Megawattstunden (MWh) sowie die ENERGY STAR-Zertifizierung für 69% des US-verwalteten Portfolios. Das Unternehmen reduzierte die Wasserverbrauchsintensität in seinem nordamerikanischen Colocation-Portfolio um 14% und erweiterte die Nutzung von erneuerbarem Diesel auf 30 globale Standorte.
Im Jahr 2024 zertifizierte Digital Realty acht globale Rechenzentren mit insgesamt 1,9 Millionen Quadratfuß nach nachhaltigen Baustandards und erhöhte die Gesamtzertifizierungsfläche auf über 15 Millionen Quadratfuß. Das Unternehmen stärkt weiterhin seine operative Resilienz durch Risikobewertungen, Sicherheitsmaßnahmen und Vorbereitung auf den Klimawandel.
- Achieved 75% renewable energy usage globally, up 9% year-over-year
- Secured 1.5 GW of renewable energy capacity under contract
- Matched 185 data centers with 100% renewable energy
- Energy efficiency projects saved 42,400 MWh and 28,500 MTCO2e annually
- Reduced water usage intensity by 14% in North American colocation portfolio
- Certified 69% of U.S. managed portfolio with ENERGY STAR certification
- Expanded sustainable operations with 8 new certified data centers totaling 1.9 million square feet
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"Digital Realty continued to make strong progress towards its sustainability goals in 2024, reaching 1.5 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity under contract and matching 185 data centers with
2024 Impact Report Highlights
- Clean Energy: Digital Realty achieved
75% renewable energy of its global electricity needs in 2024, a9% increase from the prior year. The company's current renewable energy procurement program includes:- 1.5 GW of new solar and wind projects under contract
- 8.8 megawatt (MW) of onsite solar installations
100% renewable energy for its portfolios inEurope ,Sydney ,Singapore ,Texas , andNew Jersey , and all facilities in its North American colocation portfolio. 185 data centers matched with100% renewable energy
- Resource Conservation: Digital Realty continues to fund and explore initiatives to use resources responsibly, including the electricity used to power data centers and the water used to cool them.
- Energy: In 2024, Digital Realty's energy conservation initiatives resulted in multiple achievements, including:
- Energy efficiency projects that are expected to have saved 42,400 megawatt hours (MWh) and 28,500 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MTCO2e) annually.
U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR certification for69% ofU.S. managed portfolio by IT capacity, more ENERGY STAR certifications than any other data center provider globally.- Certified
100% of itsZurich portfolio under the Swiss Datacenter Efficiency Association rating, including an industry first Gold+ certification.
- Water:
42% of Digital Realty's irrigation and cooling needs came from non-potable water sources and the company reduced overall water usage intensity (WUE) for its North American colocation portfolio by14% year-over-year through the pioneering usage of water-free based cooling systems. - Fuel: Digital Realty continues to expand its use of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO 100), a renewable diesel made from waste fats and oils that is a replacement for conventional diesel in generators. The company has deployed HVO 100 across 30 global sites, covering
17% of our global operating portfolio.
- Energy: In 2024, Digital Realty's energy conservation initiatives resulted in multiple achievements, including:
- Sustainable Buildings: As an owner and operator of over 300+ properties worldwide, Digital Realty recognizes the importance of sustainable building practices. In 2024, Digital Realty certified eight global data centers totalling 1.9 million square feet in accordance with sustainable building standards such as LEED and BREEAM certifications. Digital Realty now has more than 15 million square feet certified under green building standards.
- Resiliency: Digital Realty has compiled a strong track record of reliability and resilience to operational, security, weather and climate change-related events. Our track record of operational excellence is supported by regular risk assessments, physical and cyber-security safeguards, training and supply chain preparedness. Digital Realty aligns its reporting with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Recommendations.
"The progress highlighted in our 2024 Impact Report was built on years of continued commitment to transitioning towards more sustainable operations," said Aaron Binkley, Vice President of Sustainability, Digital Realty. "As we look to 2025 and beyond, advancing sustainable data center practices will require deeper innovation, stronger partnerships, and continued investment in next-generation solutions, from renewable energy integration and water conservation to low-carbon fuels and green data center design. At Digital Realty, we're committed to leading this evolution, ensuring that the infrastructure powering the digital economy is resilient and responsible."
About Digital Realty
Digital Realty brings companies and data together by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL®, the company's global data center platform, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx®) solution methodology for powering innovation, from cloud and digital transformation to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), and efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty gives its customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them with a global data center footprint of 300+ facilities in 50+ metros across 25+ countries on six continents. To learn more about Digital Realty, please visit digitalrealty.com or follow us on LinkedIn and X.
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