Big in Japan: Sustainability
By: Christophe Bertrand on April 4, 2010
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A few weeks ago I visited several Hitachi facilities including one of our sustainable Data Centers in the Yokohama area. Since it is used as a facility to host customer data I can’t reveal too much, but below are a few take aways that should interest a lot of you who are helping or leading data center designs:
- Physical location and natural risks mitigation
Location, location…and technology. The best location to mitigate tectonic issues, lots of technology to deflect the earth’s movements and absorb shocks. A lot of research went into this.
- Sustainable design
From light bulbs to advanced roof top grass insulation, a lot of Hitachi technologies are used in conjunction with sustainability best practices to limit emissions, optimize cooling etc.
- Control
As you can imagine, the control room is an amazing view (I guess like the tower at JFK, without the kids giving you take off clearance). Lots of software IP is used to optimize everything from air flow to power availability 24/7.
..And of course, the fantastic hospitality and a great tour from our Hitachi colleagues.
One last thing, I am back in Japan for a couple of weeks (play this time). The cherry blossom trees and festivities are fantastic. Timing is everything…
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