3.1.

Principles of Green Data Centers

3.1.1. Energy Efficiency

 Use energy-efficient servers and hardware components.

 Optimize cooling systems with techniques like hot aisle/cold aisle containment,
air economizers, and water-based cooling.
 Implement virtualization to consolidate multiple physical servers onto fewer
virtual machines.
 Use real-time power monitoring systems to identify and eliminate energy waste.
 Employ smart power distribution units to automatically optimize power delivery
based on server load.
 Power the data center with renewable energy sources like solar, wind, or
geothermal energy.

3.1.2. Resource Optimization

 Use water-saving technologies in cooling systems and treat wastewater for

reuse.
 Implement rainwater harvesting systems to collect and store rainwater for reuse.
 Use sustainable building materials and construction practices.
 Optimize data center layout and design to minimize energy consumption.

3.1.3. Environmental Sustainability

 Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by using renewable energy sources and

energy-efficient technologies.
 Reduce water usage by implementing water-saving technologies and practices.
 Reduce waste generation by recycling and reusing materials.
 Implement a comprehensive environmental management system to track and
monitor environmental performance.

3.1.4. Continuous Improvement

 Continuously monitor and evaluate energy efficiency and environmental

performance.
 Set ambitious environmental goals and track progress towards achieving them.
 Invest in research and development of new energy-efficient technologies and
practices.
 Collaborate with other organizations to share knowledge and best practices.