Renewable energy stories
Spearphishing identified as leading threat to utilities
2 days ago
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
A report by ReliaQuest reveals that 81% of cyber threats to the utilities sector stem from spearphishing, highlighting significant vulnerabilities in legacy systems.
Microsoft opens first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand
Last week
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power / energy
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ai
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cleantech
Microsoft has launched its first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand, enhancing local productivity and promising significant tech advancements.
AI demand reshaping data centres with new challenges ahead
Last week
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hyperscale
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dc
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healthtech
With AI demand surging, data centre operators face equipment shortages and safety risks, raising concerns over construction timelines and outdated technology.
2degrees first in NZ telco to secure SBTi net zero target
Last week
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cartech
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cleantech
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sustainability
2degrees has become the first New Zealand telco to secure validation for its Net Zero by 2040 target from the Science Based Target initiative.
AVK & Rolls-Royce see sales surge for HVO generators
Last week
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cleantech
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renewable energy
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hydrogen
AVK and Rolls-Royce have made significant strides in their net-zero goals, selling over 500 HVO-powered generators to the data centre sector in 2024.
CyrusOne plans first Italian data centre in Milan's Segrate
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hyperscale
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cleantech
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sustainability
CyrusOne has unveiled plans for its inaugural data centre in Italy, MIL1, aiming to meet growing cloud demand in Milan by 2027.
Schneider Electric unveils AI-ready data centre solutions
This month
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power / energy
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cleantech
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schneider electric
Schneider Electric unveils new solutions tackling energy and sustainability challenges from AI demand, including advanced data centre designs and power systems.
GE Vernova's upcoming webinar: Navigating power solutions for data centers
This month
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uc
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hyperscale
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dc
GE Vernova is set to host a webinar on 4 December 2024, focusing on innovative power solutions for data centres amid rising energy demands.
Equinix seals new solar energy deal with Sembcorp Power
This month
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hyperscale
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dc
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ai
Equinix has signed a new renewable energy agreement with Sembcorp Power to generate 58.5 MWp of solar energy for its Singapore data centres from 2029.
BSO launches DataOne, Europe's first giga-scale AI centre
This month
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cleantech
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sustainability
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renewable energy
BSO has unveiled DataOne, Europe’s first giga-scale AI hosting data centre in France, aiming for a 400MW capacity by 2028, powered by renewable energy.
Forrester reveals 2024 tech trends in AI & quantum
This month
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quantum computing
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ai
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cleantech
Forrester's latest report unveils the top 10 infrastructure tech trends for 2024, spotlighting AI, sustainability, and quantum computing's evolving roles.
Latos to build 40 data centres in UK by 2030, starting in Cardiff
This month
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ai
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cleantech
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sustainability
Latos Data Centres plans to build 40 data centres in the UK by 2030, starting with a new hyperscale facility in Cardiff, aimed at advancing AI technologies.
IREN's Q1 FY25 results reveal shift in mining & AI focus
Last month
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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cleantech
IREN reported Q1 FY25 results, revealing USD $49.6 million in Bitcoin mining revenue and a net loss of USD $51.7 million amid expanding AI cloud services.
Equinix & NUS to launch sustainable data centre hub
Last month
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edutech
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hyperscale
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dc
Equinix and the National University of Singapore are launching a Co-Innovation Facility in Singapore to develop sustainable solutions for data centres.
Australian farmers to save 10% on fertiliser with new tech
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cleantech
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renewable energy
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food security
Thanks to PlasmaLeap's new green technology, Australian farmers could see a 10% cut in fertiliser costs, potentially saving AUD $400 million annually.
AirTrunk partners with Pekat Solar for JHB1 solar project
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ai
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cleantech
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renewable energy
AirTrunk has partnered with Pekat Solar to install a 1 MW rooftop solar system at its Johor Bahru data centre, advancing its Net Zero by 2030 goal.
Emerald Technology invests €8.4m in Keto Software
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ai
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cleantech
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sustainability
Emerald Technology Ventures has invested €8.4 million in Keto Software, enhancing its global reach for innovative Strategic Portfolio Management solutions.
UK businesses lag behind in adopting circular economy model
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partner programmes
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cleantech
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sustainability
Only 25% of UK firms have embraced circular economy practices, risking higher costs and lower competitiveness amid sustainability challenges, research reveals.
NSW launches pole-mounted chargers to boost EV adoption
Last month
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cartech
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cleantech
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renewable energy
An initiative by PLUS ES and AGL is set to enhance electric vehicle charging across New South Wales, launching 39 chargers in Sydney's inner west.
Navigating the supply chain for Scope 3 emissions
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power / energy
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cleantech
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cloud services
With data centres shifting to renewables, Scope 3 emissions now represent the largest GHG contributor, posing significant reporting and management challenges.