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IMDA , Dell Technologies and Equinix to spearhead green digital infrastructure deployment techniques .

The three organizations will work together to reshape the way digital infrastructure is designed , deployed and maintained with a focus of promoting sustainable digital solutions and green technology practices across the region .

As part of this partnership , IMDA , Dell and Equinix will provide guidance and recommendations to modernize digital infrastructure deployment sustainably and to optimize the integration and utilization between hardware and software interfaces .

This partnership will aim to develop a comprehensive process to measure , capture and audit the quantifiable sustainability improvement in the form of energy and carbon emission savings . which is why we are excited that the partnership with Dell and Equinix will support our efforts to turn Singapore into a leading hub for sustainable ICT in the region .”

Andy Sim , Vice-President and Managing Director for Singapore , Dell Technologies , said : “ At Dell Technologies sustainability is at the heart of everything we do . From leveraging the latest cooling technologies to reducing overall data center costs , our focus is on what ' s best for our customer and the planet now and into the future .

“ Ensuring sustainable operation of IT infrastructures is of utmost importance , given Singapore ' s aspirations to enhance its connectivity and computing capabilities to facilitate emerging technologies like generative Artificial Intelligence ( AI ).

“ We look forward to working with IMDA and Equinix on a solution that can support the Singapore Green Plan 2030 and act as a benchmark for the rest of the world .”

Ong Chen Hui , Assistant Chief Executive , BizTech Group , IMDA , said : “ Greening the ICT sector is an important priority for IMDA . Earlier this year , Singapore launched one of the world ’ s first standard for optimizing energy efficiency of data centers in tropical climates .

“ IMDA is also the first country to join the Green Software foundation and European Green Digital Coalition to co-create best practices for green software and green digital solutions .

“ Greening our data centers is a strategic focus of our Digital Connectivity Blueprint ,

Yee May Leong , Managing Director , South Asia , Equinix , said : “ Interconnected digital infrastructure and ecosystems have a fundamental role to play in the continued growth of Singapore ’ s digital economy .

“ With over 25 years of operating digital infrastructure globally , Equinix is always looking for opportunities to advance sustainability within our industry .

“ This collaboration with IMDA and Dell to build green digital infrastructure is another key milestone to support Singapore ’ s green agenda , as well as businesses ’ sustainable

Digital Transformation journey and sustainability goals .”

Singapore has already taken significant steps towards achieving its goal of becoming a hub for digital sustainability , including launching one of the world ’ s first standards for optimizing energy efficiency for data centers in tropical climate countries earlier this year . This partnership represents another important step towards promoting green ICT practices and driving the development of sustainable digital applications . p

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