Apple's Maiden Data Center
Adopting Self-Generated Renewable Energy: A Game-Changer for Reducing Data Center’s Energy Costs and Carbon Emissions
The Potential of On-site Energy Generation
demonstrated by Apple’s Maiden Data Center showcases the value of self-generation by providing cost certainty and decarbonization. Apple’s strategic choice exemplifies the trend amongst manufacturers and data center owners opting for energy independence by moving away from the grid.
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Apple's Maiden Data Center Now Capitalizes On
20 MW of solar energy
is enough to power 60-100% of the data center’s energy needs, or 17,600 homes per year.
10 MW of biogas fuel cells
to secure a renewable baseload power to deliver power at all times of the day and serve as back-up in the case of a grid outage.
Increased energy reliability and resilience
transitioning to Behind-The-Meter generation reduces reliance on unpredictable market conditions and enhances operational resilience, protecting against grid fluctuations and securing stable energy costs.