What is OADC doing differently to reduce our carbon footprint?
At Open Access Data Centres (OADC), sustainability is not just a goal; it’s a core principle that guides our operations. We are dedicated to minimising our carbon footprint through a variety of impactful initiatives:
- Energy Efficiency
OADC is committed to enhancing energy efficiency across our data centre facilities by implementing advanced cooling systems and optimising airflow management to reduce energy consumption. We give priority to energy-efficient hardware and incorporate renewable energy sources into our procurement strategies, further reinforcing our commitment to sustainability.
Through continuous energy audits and setting ambitious targets to enhance our Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE), our goal is to run our data centres with minimal energy wastage, ensuring dependable and efficient services while contributing to a more environmentally friendly future.
- Green Building Design and Construction
Sustainable design and construction practices are the foundation of OADC’s project management philosophy, as we firmly believe in creating data centres that prioritise environmental responsibility while meeting the needs of our clients. To demonstrate our unwavering commitment to minimising the ecological impact of our facilities, we have set targets to obtain external green building certifications, such as IFC EDGE and LEED, which validate our dedication to sustainable practices, energy efficiency and environmental stewardship in the construction and operation of our data centres.
- Renewable Energy Integration
OADC is making significant strides in renewable energy by launching a pilot solar power project at one of our facilities in South Africa, following an extensive feasibility study. This initiative marks the beginning of a broader plan to expand solar installations to facilities in Nigeria and other regions, while also exploring alternative renewable energy sources such as wind and wave energy to further diversify our energy portfolio.
- Colocation Facilities
Open Access Data Centres operates carrier-neutral and open-access facilities that provide flexible and scalable colocation solutions. These services allow businesses to efficiently expand their IT infrastructure without the need to build new data centres. The approach minimises environmental impact by maximising resource utilisation and substantially reducing waste.
- Decentralised Edge Data Centres
OADC currently operates over 30 edge data centres in South Africa and has plans to expand into Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This strategic positioning allows OADC to process data closer to its origin, reducing the necessity for long-distance data transmission. As a result, energy consumption and carbon emissions are significantly lowered.
Join us at ITW Africa
In this context, we are excited to announce that our ESG Director, Sayuri Moodliar, will be participating in a key panel session at ITW Africa, where she will share OADC’s sustainability journey and best practices. Her expertise and insights will provide valuable guidance on how we can collectively drive positive change and contribute to a more sustainable digital ecosystem
To set a meeting with Sayuri, please email [email protected]
