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Clean Energy, Data Center, District Cooling, Sustainability

Zero Liquid Discharge in District Cooling and Data Centers

Azura / April 3, 2025

Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) is an advanced water management strategy aimed at eliminating liquid waste discharge from industrial and commercial facilities. With its ability to recover usable water and reduce waste, ZLD is emerging as a transformative solution in regions with water scarcity, such as the Middle East. The increasing need for sustainable water management has driven the adoption of ZLD across various industries, including district cooling systems and data centers.

Clean Energy, Data Center, District Cooling, District Energy, Smart City, Sustainability

Mission Critical Power

Azura / March 11, 2025

Mission critical power systems play a pivotal role in maintaining the continuous operation of essential services. From data centers and hospitals to industrial facilities and military installations, these systems are designed to deliver uninterrupted power under all circumstances. This article explores the evolution, current trends, and future innovations in mission critical power, focusing on the core technologies that ensure reliability and stability.

Clean Energy, Data Center, Sustainability

Direct Current For Data Centers

Azura / January 25, 2025

In an era where sustainability and energy efficiency are more crucial than ever, District Energy Systems (DES) have emerged as a transformative solution for urban heating and cooling. Our latest whitepaper delves deep into the cutting-edge designs of Zero or Low-Carbon Energy Networks, focusing on 4th and 5th Generation District Heating and Cooling Systems (4GDH and 5GDHC). This comprehensive guide explores innovative strategies and technologies that are set to redefine the future of energy networks.

Clean Energy, Data Center, Sustainability

Sustainability Challenges in the MENA Data Center Market

Azura / December 22, 2024

Introduction: The MENA region’s data center market is rapidly evolving, with unique sustainability challenges distinguishing it from its Western counterparts.

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Using Hydrogen in the Power Industry

Azura / December 8, 2024

The global power industry is undergoing a transformative shift toward decarbonization, and hydrogen is emerging as a pivotal element in this evolution. This article explores hydrogen’s role in the power industry, including its historical context, diverse technical applications, and contemporary use cases.

Clean Energy, Data Center, District Energy, Sustainability

Containerised Hydrogen Electrolysers

Azura / December 3, 2024

As the global demand for clean energy intensifies, containerised hydrogen electrolysers are emerging as a transformative technology with broad applications in sectors such as data centers, district energy systems, and smart cities. While it may seem impractical to convert electricity to hydrogen when electricity can be used directly, hydrogen production offers unique advantages: it enables long-distance energy transport, provides long-term energy storage, and enhances energy diversity for various applications. For hybrid energy plants, data centers, and smart cities, containerised hydrogen electrolysers offer a flexible, scalable, and deployable solution for decentralised and on-demand hydrogen production.

Clean Energy, Data Center, Sustainability

Calculating Environmental Footprint In The Data Center Industry

Azura / November 13, 2024

The data center industry is under increasing pressure to demonstrate environmental responsibility. This drive is being fueled by market regulators, investors, and customers who demand transparency and commitment to sustainable practices.

Continuous innovation is at the heart of the industry’s response to environmental challenges. Advances like liquid cooling, the integration of renewable energy sources, and even explorations into underwater data centers, are testament to the industry’s commitment to reducing its environmental impact.

Clean Energy, Data Center, Sustainability

Data Center Sustainability

Azura / October 31, 2024

Data centers have become critical infrastructure in today’s digital age, yet they account for nearly 2% of global energy consumption. While hyperscale cloud service providers (CSPs) have taken proactive steps to improve energy efficiency through IT virtualization and optimized power management, the exponential growth of digital data and the recent surge in demand—particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic—have raised concerns over the future energy consumption of data centers

To address these concerns, data center operators are increasingly being pressured by customers, investors, and regulators to adopt sustainable practices that align with the need for environmentally responsible growth. This shift towards sustainability is essential not only for reducing operational costs but also for addressing the broader environmental impact of data centers.

An illustration of a futuristic urban cityscape featuring a 5th generation district heating and cooling network.

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4th & 5th Gen District Energy Systems

Azura / September 25, 2024

Clean Energy, District Energy, Smart City, Sustainability

Renewable Energy

Azura / September 24, 2024

Renewable energy refers to energy generated from natural sources that are continually replenished. These sources are considered carbon-neutral, meaning they do not produce net carbon emissions, making them an essential component in the fight against climate change.

The primary renewable energy sources include solar energy, wind energy, hydropower, tidal power, and geothermal energy. Each of these resources offers a sustainable and clean alternative to traditional fossil fuels, which have been the predominant energy source for centuries.