Fujitsu has achieved Australia’s first NABERS-rated data centre portfolio, achieving a 27% higher than average rating.
NABERS is the national rating that measures the energy efficiency, water usage, waste management and indoor environment quality of a building and its impact on the environment. It is managed nationally by the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage, on behalf of Commonwealth, state and territory governments.
The rating is done by using measured and verified performance information, such as utility bills, and converting them into an easy to understand star rating scale from one to six stars. For example, a 6-star rating demonstrates market-leading performance, while a 1-star rating means the building or tenancy has considerable scope for improvement.
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Fujitsu Australia was an early adopter of NABERS ratings and is the first to achieve a fully rated data centre portfolio across six centres. The achievement is due to a local initiative to drive the company’s global environmental action plan stage VIII, which seeks to contribute to society through developing ICT solutions and reducing the environmental impacts of their business.
Mike Foster, chief executive of Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand, said: “The portfolio rating is just as important from an environmental leadership perspective as it is from a transparency one. When it comes to energy efficiency claims regarding data centres, transparency is crucial. With the exponential increase in data centre energy and Australia being powered predominantly by fossil fuels, the industry needs more accountability for our environmental impacts.”
Tom Grosskopf, director of the metro branch at the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage, said, “Fujitsu have been strong supporters of the NABERS Energy for data centres tool since its inception. This achievement is another significant statement that marks them as leaders in this industry. All digital companies should be looking to follow Fujitsu's lead if we're to reach our national sustainability targets.”
Fujitsu is also commencing a customer program to engage clients in their energy efficiency movement. For Fujitsu’s customers, choosing a provider with a high NABERS Energy rating will ensure they benefits from a resilient and efficient data centre. Fujitsu is looking to extend this best practice initiative to advise customers on how to obtain their own NABERS Energy rating, through consultation and learning.