Green Data Center: An Inevitable Trend of the Digital Economy

Green IDC - Leading trend in Vietnam and the world

Data centers are essential infrastructure for the digital economy, but they are also one of the largest energy consumers. According to a report by the International Electricity Agency (IEA), data centers, AI, and cryptocurrencies will consume about 460 terawatt hours (TWh) in 2022, equivalent to nearly 2% of total global electricity demand, a figure that is expected to increase to 1,000TWh by 2026 due to the strong boom in cloud computing, AI, and digital services.

In Vietnam, the power consumption scale of data centers is estimated to reach 169.8 MW (megawatts) in 2024 and is expected to reach 242.4 MW in 2029, growing at a CAGR of 7.38% (According to Research And Markets).

VNPT is gradually switching to using solar and wind energy, helping to reduce carbon emissions.

To put this into perspective, 1 MW can power about 800-1000 homes a year under normal usage conditions, indicating that the data center market in Vietnam will grow strongly to meet the growing demand for data storage and processing. However, with the development of the digital economy, the demand for green, energy-saving data centers that meet international standards is increasingly becoming a top priority.

Developed countries have strong policies to promote green data centers. The EU requires owners of data centers with power consumption of 500kW or more to report their annual usage efficiency. Meanwhile, Germany applies a PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) standard of less than or equal to 1.5 for old data centers operating before July 1, 2026 and less than or equal to 1.2 for centers operating after July 1, 2026. Singapore only grants construction permits for data centers with PUE of less than 1.3. Big companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are also stepping up investment in data centers using 100% renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions.

VNPT optimizes space and resources at Data Centers, contributing to optimizing operating costs and saving energy.

VNPT IDC - Pioneer in developing green data centers

As one of the largest data center operators in Vietnam, VNPT is investing heavily in “green” data center solutions to meet the inevitable market trend. Currently, VNPT owns 8 IDCs in major cities and provinces such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, providing services to thousands of domestic and foreign enterprises. VNPT IDC not only provides optimal data storage and security solutions but also helps businesses reduce operating costs through energy-saving technologies, specifically:

Utilizing renewable energy : VNPT's data centers are gradually switching to using solar and wind energy, helping to reduce carbon emissions and ensure sustainable operations.

Optimizing space and resources : VNPT optimizes space and resources in data centers, contributing to optimizing operating costs and saving energy during service business operations.

Applying an energy management system that meets international standards: VNPT IDC is applying an energy management system according to ISO 50001. ISO 50001 is an international standard that helps build an effective energy management system, based on a continuous improvement model and the requirements and guidelines specified in this set of standards.

When using VNPT IDC, businesses not only access modern infrastructure but also enjoy many benefits, including reduced operating costs thanks to energy-saving technology, meeting ESG standards to enhance reputation and attract investment, high security with ISO/IEC 27001:2013 standards, 24/7 support services.

Green data centers have become a mandatory requirement in digital transformation and sustainable development. With a strategy of investing and applying green technology, VNPT IDC is leading the field of data centers in Vietnam, contributing to the sustainable development of the information technology industry. Choosing VNPT IDC helps businesses optimize operations and protect the environment, moving towards a green digital economy.

To learn more about VNPT IDC services, please contact VNPT's 24/7 hotline 18001260 or visit the website https://idc.vnpt.vn/.

Source: https://tienphong.vn/trung-tam-du-lieu-xanh-xu-huong-tat-yeu-cua-nen-kinh-te-so-post1719721.tpo