solutions they need : “ We have to be prepared at a design level and the MEP / Operations level . Even though there isn ' t a dual power supply , in-house we have prime generators , with both diesel and fuel available so that our generators – even if there is downtime from a utility – are capable of operating 24 / 7 , 365 days . So , we have built such a system that we are not dependent on one source . Now , we provide a one-stop-shop where customers can host and interconnect their primary and DR sites or any multiple locations , giving them connectivity within the region and across the globe .”
Driving forward sustainable data centres in the Middle East Not only is GDH innovating in a less developed market to ensure it provides the best possible colocation services , but it is also exploring the world of renewable energy to align itself with global sustainability targets .
Mohammed explains : “ Especially with international regulations of carbon footprints and net-zero coming into law , everybody ' s looking for sustainable alternatives – this is even one of the requirements from some of our major customers , who ask , ‘ How are you planning for sustainable data centres ?’ So , we always look for new opportunities . Yes , renewable energy is still in the initial stages in the Middle East . Yes , there are solar and other renewable energy plants coming up but they are not yet available for commercial use . GDH always explore innovative energy solutions like immersion cooling . All that stuff is being discussed but is not yet available in the market on a commercial level .”
On top of the exploration into renewables with sources such as solar and nuclear power , GHD also looks to implement low-level sustainable solutions , which is already part of the company ’ s portfolio .
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