Shaping India’s Sustainable Data Center Future
India’s data center industry is embarking on a once-in-a-generation expansion, aiming to grow from 1,000 MW to 4,000 MW by 2030. This isn’t just about scale; it’s about building a sustainable and climate-resilient digital backbone for the next 50 years.
The data center sector is expanding at breakneck speed, set to grow 4x in capacity by 2030, fuelled by cloud migration, AI demand, and digital transformation. This boom brings a challenge: How do we create digital infrastructure that lasts for decades, efficient, resilient, and green, while meeting global standards?
Innovations in Cooling & Power: Liquid/immersion cooling, cogeneration plants, use of low-grade heat for district cooling are all advancing sustainability.
Climate Resilience: Designs are shifting to withstand unpredictable weather, leveraging IGBC certification and climate modeling tools.
Circular Economy Mindset: From procurement to end-of-life repurposing, the sector is adopting practices that reduce waste and promote reuse.
The key drivers and innovations:
The Two Engines of Growth: The simultaneous rise of hyperscale facilities in metros and a distributed network of 50,000 edge data centers.
Beyond PUE: Why the new design mantra integrates climate resilience, circularity, and bespoke solutions for India’s diverse climate zones.
Cooling the AI Inferno: With AI racks hitting 60kW, advanced liquid cooling (like immersion and direct-to-chip) is no longer optional, it’s essential.
The Opportunity in Challenge: How India can turn massive power demand and climate risks into a chance to leapfrog technologies and set global benchmarks.
This massive build-out demands a collaborative effort. Frameworks like the IGBC’s data center rating system are crucial for guiding the industry toward holistic sustainability.
How Conserve Consultants Can Help:
We partner with data centre stakeholders to navigate this complex landscape. Our services in sustainability advisory and green data centre certifications ensure your projects are efficient, resilient, and aligned with the highest green building standards.
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