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Strategies for Improving the Sustainability of Data Centers via Energy Mix, Energy Conservation, and Circular Energy

Version 1 : Received: 6 March 2021 / Approved: 8 March 2021 / Online: 8 March 2021 (12:02:08 CET)
Version 2 : Received: 13 April 2021 / Approved: 14 April 2021 / Online: 14 April 2021 (12:59:53 CEST)

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Manganelli, M.; Soldati, A.; Martirano, L.; Ramakrishna, S. Strategies for Improving the Sustainability of Data Centers via Energy Mix, Energy Conservation, and Circular Energy. Sustainability 2021, 13, 6114. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13116114 Manganelli, M.; Soldati, A.; Martirano, L.; Ramakrishna, S. Strategies for Improving the Sustainability of Data Centers via Energy Mix, Energy Conservation, and Circular Energy. Sustainability 2021, 13, 6114. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13116114

Abstract

Information and communication technologies (ICT) are increasingly permeating our daily life and we ever more commit our data to the cloud. Events like the COVID-19 pandemic put an exceptional burden upon ICT infrastructures. This involves increasing implementation and use of data centers, which increased energy use and environmental impact. The scope of this work is to take stock on data center impact, opportunities, and assessment. First, we estimate impact entity. Then, we review strategies for efficiency and energy conservation in data centers. Energy use pertain to power distribution, IT-equipment, and non-IT equipment (e.g. cooling): Existing and prospected strategies and initiatives in these sectors are identified. Among key elements are innovative cooling techniques, natural resources, automation, low-power electronics, and equipment with extended thermal limits. Research perspectives are identified and estimates of improvement opportunities are presented. Finally, we present an overview on existing metrics, regulatory framework, and bodies concerned.

Keywords

data center; green data center; sustainability; energy efficiency; energy saving; ICT.

Subject

Engineering, Automotive Engineering

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Received: 14 April 2021
Commenter: Matteo Manganelli
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Comment: A revised version following first round of review is submitted
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