Epa energy star data center storage

Is the Energy Star specification for data center storage under revision?

The ENERGY STAR specification for Data Center Storage is currently under revision. Materials related to this revision process are provided below. Stakeholders who received past communications related to development of Version 2 will continue to receive updates on this development effort.

What does Energy Star cover in a data center?

The program covers data center equipment, such as servers, uninterruptible power supplies (UPSes), storage hardware, switches and routers. Energy Star also provides data centers with an overall energy efficiency score that compares them to similar facilities around the U.S.

What is the Energy Star score for data centers?

The ENERGY STAR score for data centers applies to spaces specifically designed and equipped to meet the needs of high density computing equipment such as server racks, used for data storage and processing. The score applies to individual buildings only and is not available for campuses. Reference Data.

How many EPA data centers are Energy Star certified?

More than 190 data centers representing nearly 30 million square feet of floor space have earned EPA’s ENERGY STAR certification. The ENERGY STAR score for data centers was first launched in 2010 and is based on 2008 survey data.

Which data center equipment is Energy Star certified?

Data center equipment that earns the ENERGY STAR label is independently certified to meet strict efficiency specifications set by the EPA. For example, labeled computer servers are on average 30% more efficient than non-certified products.

Are data centers Energy Star rated?

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to update its Energy Star score for data centers, and is commissioning a new survey of data center water and energy use. The EPA's efficiency rating for data centers was first announced in 2010, and developed with The Green Grid, a data center industry group.