Podcast | Traceroute - Episode 6: Sustainability
Synopsis In episode 6 of Traceroute, we address arguably the most critical component of them all: sustainability. As demand for data rises, so too does our environmental impact, and in turn, the need to rapidly course correct to sustain rapid expansion without taking a toll on our planet. But it’s not just a matter of mitigating individual consumption—like streaming YouTube & Netflix–by recycling resources and using clean energy. The social and political ramifications of the internet are reshaping our society more rapidly than we can keep up with, demanding that we look at internet development with a sense of personal responsibility. Let us know your thoughts below!Equinix Hot Takes: Data Center Redesigned
Gary Aitkenhead, SVP Data Center Operations, EMEA talks to us about sustainability in the industry, and how Equinix is working towards designing data centers that rest on greener construction, smarter energy use, new cooling methods, and software optimization to be more efficient.Taking the Lead in Decarbonization
The urgency to act on climate change has never been greater, and Equinix is taking a leading role. Learn how Equinix has set an ambitious goal to be climate neutral by 2030, knowing that energy demands are only going to radically increase in the years ahead in this episode of the APAC Network Sustainability Leaders Series.Interested in building a sustainable network? Join our Tech Talk this week!
Discover how sustainability and technology intersects with our 20-minute Tech Talk on October 26 th . In my upcoming Tech Talk, I’ll be joined by Sarwar Khan, Sustainability Lead at BT; Sarwar has 12 years’ experience in developing decarbonization strategies, products and propositions spanning across the telecoms, IT, and energy industries, working for both large corporates and start-ups. Get ready to learn more about: How BT’s Digital Carbon Calculator provides a unique view into which network assets to optimize for sustainability The benefits of combining carbon footprint data and IT services lifecycle management to gain network efficiencies How BT’s global network combined with Equinix’s own tooling, and data center colocation and virtual interconnection services, in a hybrid multicloud environment enables energy efficiency and reduction of carbon emissions at scale. Got a question you want covered? Ask below! Don’t forget to register here.Tech Disruptors Series: Charles Meyers
Last week, our very own Charles Meyers was featured on Bloomberg’s Tech Disrupters podcast series. Tech Disruptors by Bloomberg Intelligence focuses on conversations with thought leaders and management teams on disruptive trends like e-commerce, cybersecurity, AI and more. In this episode, Charles is interviewed by Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) Analyst, Jeff, Langbaum, on topics such as: Trends in the data center market that underpin our market-leading performance; the importance of Cloud; the value proposition of our ecosystems; global expansion; our commitment to sustainability; and more.Build a Better Bank
As banks modernize their digital infrastructure to build a better bank for the future, they are looking to make that infrastructure greener, more connected, smarter, and modular. With proper planning and engaging with the right partners, these four objectives can be achieved simultaneously. A greener bank requires partners and vendors who are aligned to the bank’s ESG (Environmental Sustainability and Governance) goals. Leveraging the right partners can also improve how the bank securely connects its customers, employees, and partners to the bank’s services and applications. Deploying a modular design allows banks to choose best of breed partners for different segments of their technology stack and distribute workloads as needed. We will discuss how to make your bank: Greener - Reducing your carbon footprint, renewable energy, hyper-converged infrastructure, Connected - Building network aggregation points for inter-cloud routing, Smarter – Using AI or ML with data to deliver exceptional service to external and internal customers, And Modular - Stitching together multiple SaaS solutions. Moderator: Lance Homer, Global Head of Digital Payments and Banking Ecosystem, Equinix Panelists: Mark Hitchcox, Sr. AI/ML Greenlake CoE Specialist, HPE North America, Robert Strawbridge, Head of Canada, Options ITHow Can the Digital Infrastructure Industry Shift Become More Sustainable?
Equinix is being featured in a short film highlighting our goals and perspective on sustainability. The documentary also looks at our alignment with United Nations’ (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and our vision for sustainability and its drivers in the data center industry. The documentary is part of the Vision 2045 campaign, which is an effort to highlight what multinational companies are doing to help save our planet. Produced by TBD Media Group and sponsored by The Economist. Check it out!Chat and Learn: Sustainability
In today’s world, humans operating within ecological borders is the new norm. This becomes even more crucial in the context of companies. Sustainable companies and goals have a significant impact not just on our clients and investors, but are a powerful draw for job seekers. With enhanced social responsibility, a company’s commitment to sustainability implies greater care for their employees and a sense of fulfillment. Sustainable businesses are known to offer healthier work environments leading to greater job satisfaction and higher organizational morale, ultimately steering employees to stay loyal to these organizations and their jobs. But how can you tell for sure that your employer (or potential employer) is committed to sustainability? Chris Kimm, Senior Vice President for Americas IBX Operations at Equinix, understands how vital sustainability is to a company’s future and the world. A large focus of Chris’ team centers around advancing a bold sustainability agenda to combat climate change and create sustainable data center ecosystems. Chris during his conversation will cover: Why and how is sustainability so important Tips to tell if a company is committed to sustainability Key metrics to look for and questions to ask when you’d like to join a sustainable organization How to spot if a company is greenwashingEquinix Releases Annual Sustainability Report
We are proud to release our 2023 Integrated Sustainability Report reflecting progress towards our environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals. Equinix's approach to sustainability is rooted in ambitious targets, transparency in reporting progress, upholding ethical principles and integrity, and actively collaborating with stakeholders to foster transformative change. Read the Press ReleaseClimate Week NYC
Climate Week NYC is one of the world’s largest climate action events, bringing together the most senior international leaders from business, tech, politics, academia, and civil society to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable future. Register online here. As a part of our sponsorship of Climate Week 2024, Christopher Wellise, Equinix’s VP of Sustainability, will be featured on a panel in an exclusive Hub Live session; The New Industrial Revolution: Building Green Digital Infrastructure in the AI era. And, if you’re an Equinix customer or partner in NYC during Climate Week, we would love to extend an invite to you to attend Equinix’s Networking Happy Hour on Tuesday, September 24 th from 4:00-6:30pm ET. Please reach out to your account team for details.
