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Time of India
12 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
World Environment Day: 10 action points CIOs cannot ignore
Here are 10 actionable steps CIOs can take on World Environment Day to make a meaningful impact, aligned with both IT strategy and sustainability goals:Launch a Green IT Audit Assess the energy consumption of data centers, devices, and opportunities for server consolidation, virtualization, or moving to greener cloud providers. Optimize Cloud Usage Eliminate unused or underutilized cloud to cloud providers committed to renewable energy (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure with sustainability programs). Promote Device Lifecycle Management Extend hardware life with refurbishment instead of routine with e-waste recyclers for responsible disposal of outdated IT equipment. Support ESG Reporting with Real-Time Data Provide the infrastructure and tools for tracking emissions, resource consumption, and waste with sustainability officers to ensure accurate and auditable data. Push for Paperless Operations Digitize internal processes and document digital signatures, collaboration tools, and cloud-based file sharing. Commit to Green Procurement Choose vendors with strong environmental energy-efficient hardware (look for ENERGY STAR or EPEAT certifications). Embed Sustainability into AI/Analytics Optimize AI workloads to reduce compute analytics to track and reduce operational carbon emissions. Enable Smart Workplaces Invest in IoT-enabled energy management for offices (e.g., smart lighting, HVAC optimization).Support hybrid work to reduce travel emissions. Raise Awareness Across Teams Share a World Environment Day message with your IT a Green Tech Challenge—e.g., who can reduce their digital carbon footprint the most in a month? Set Measurable Sustainability Goals Define green IT KPIs (e.g., % reduction in energy use, cloud efficiency scores).Integrate them into quarterly CIO dashboards and reports.
Associated Press
20-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure Announces Expansion of Its Metro Phoenix Data Center Market to Over 450 MW
High-density design makes EdgeCore's Mesa, Arizona data centers a near-term solution for hyperscale AI and cloud applications DENVER, CO / ACCESS Newswire / May 20, 2025 / EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure, a wholesale data center developer, owner and operator, announced the acquisition of an additional 43.87 acres of land in Mesa, Arizona and expanded data center capacity designed to deliver 450 MW+ to its hyperscale customers. This new parcel of land more than doubles the buildable acreage EdgeCore controls in Mesa. 'Today's expansion announcement of EdgeCore's operations in Mesa, Arizona is an exciting milestone in our company's evolution,' said Lee Kestler, CEO, EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure. 'Since establishing our first Mesa campus in April 2023, we have worked quickly to construct and commission 206 MW at the site. This new tranche of land enables us to deliver another 250+ MW of data center space in Mesa to fulfill our hyperscale customers' urgent need for AI and cloud-ready capacity.' Affordable power via Salt River Project (SRP) is already available at EdgeCore's first Mesa campus for its operational data center and is slated for delivery to the two buildings currently under construction upon their completion in 2025 and 2026. 'SRP is proud of its work with EdgeCore and looks forward to serving their growing operations in Mesa,' said Jim Pratt, SRP General Manager and Chief Executive Officer. 'We congratulate them on their expansion and applaud their commitment to water conservation in their operations.' Understanding that water scarcity is a serious issue in Arizona, EdgeCore has implemented an air-cooled design in its Mesa data centers, including an ultra-efficient closed-loop chilled water system, which requires nearly no water to recharge its effectiveness. Additionally, EdgeCore's Mesa campus: Due to these sustainable building and operational initiatives, EdgeCore's first data center in Mesa (PH01) received Green Globes for Existing Buildings certification in 2023, and the second (PH02) and third (PH03) data centers currently under construction have been awarded Designed to Earn ENERGY STAR certifications. Since breaking ground on its first data center in Mesa, EdgeCore has committed financially, philanthropically and through the personal efforts of its employees to support the community's growth strategy and make a positive difference in the lives of its neighbors. This additional development will enable EdgeCore to continue providing jobs, supporting local businesses and donating to the local Mesa community. About EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure serves the world's largest cloud and internet companies with both ready-for-occupancy and build-to-suit data center campuses that are designed for density. Privately held and backed by committed equity, EdgeCore enables hyperscale customer requirements by proactively investing in regions that provide the land and power necessary to support and scale AI and cloud technology. While working thoughtfully with the communities in which we do business, our data center campuses are built at scale to meet key performance specifications, safety metrics and sustainability objectives. EdgeCore has data center campuses in five North American markets with plans to continue regional expansion in 2025 and beyond. For more information, please visit Media Contact Courtney Gaudet EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure [email protected] SOURCE: EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure press release
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
It's hot out there: Heat wave to bring weekend temps in 90s for parts of Palm Beach County
The official start of summer may be more than a month away, but South Florida won't have to wait that long to experience scorching temperatures. An early-season heat wave moving across the South is forecast to bring record daily temperatures to parts of Florida and nearby states in the days leading up to the Memorial Day weekend. The National Weather Service in Miami predicted a high near 94 degrees for interior regions of Palm Beach County on May 16, with highs along the coast reaching into the mid 80s. The warming trend is forecast to continue through early next week, as daily high temperatures climb to the mid to upper 90s across southwest Florida, where heat indices could reach 103-105 degrees each afternoon. The heat index combines the air temperature with the relative humidity and defines how outdoor temperatures feel to the human body. Along coastal areas, sea breezes will help to temper conditions during the daytime, keeping highs in the upper 80s and lower 90s, the National Weather Service said. Overnight lows are forecast to stay in the mid-70s. The chances of rain are low across Palm Beach County at least until May 21 and will increase as Memorial Day draws nearer on May 26. The heat wave could bring moderate to major heat risks to some areas of the South, forecasters say. "The greatest risks will be across the southern tier from East and South Texas, eastward along the Gulf Coast, into the Southeast and Florida," the National Weather Service's Weather Prediction Center in College Park, Maryland wrote. "Across these regions, there will be potential for both record high afternoon temperatures Friday and Saturday and record high morning temperatures Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings." For many, the warmer temperatures will mean spending more time indoors in air conditioning. Lowering the temperature on the thermostat will likely mean cooler homes, but more expensive electric bills. Florida Power and Light spokesperson Katarina Alvarez said a one-degree increase in thermostats could save between 3% to 5% on cooling costs. The less the air conditioner has to work, the lower your bill. For a long time, 78 degrees has been the number recommended for thermostat settings. But ENERGY STAR, a program run by the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy that has become synonymous with energy-efficient appliances, does not recommend any specific temperature. 'ENERGY STAR does not assert that any particular temperature setting is good for households,' the EPA said in an email to The Palm Beach Post. Homeowners are encouraged to set temperature settings based on what is comfortable to the others in the household, the health conditions of people in the house, how well the home is insulated, what other cooling methods are in use — and how much the owner is willing to pay for the electric bill. In the Florida summer, opening windows day or night could mean letting in heat. Temperatures don't drop much in the overnight and letting the place heat up means an air conditioner will have to start from scratch in the morning. Other steps you can take include: Use a programmable thermostat and set the indoor temperature higher when you are away from home. Use fans to circulate the air when you are in a room. Turn them off when you leave. Change your air conditioner's filter regularly. Close curtains and blinds to keep direct sunlight out of your home. Replace old insulation and weather stripping. Staff writer C.A. Bridges contributed to this story. Julius Whigham II is a criminal justice and public safety reporter for The Palm Beach Post. You can reach him at jwhigham@ and follow him on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, at @JuliusWhigham. Help support our work: Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: South Florida braces for high temperatures amid weekend heat wave
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Should I crack my garage door to keep my home cool? Coping with Florida heat wave
Floridians facing potentially record-breaking high temperatures in the first heat wave of the summer may be looking around for ways to stay cool without cranking the A/C — and the electric bill — any higher. Temperatures are expected to climb into the weekend, and then into early next week. The National Weather Service in Jacksonville is warning that, based on current forecasts, records could be set or tied not only for record highs but even the low temperatures could set a record for high minimums. (Fortunately, we won't come close to the triple digits forecast for parts of Texas.) Desperate times call for creative measures, and one tip some people are talking about involves leaving the garage door slightly cracked open a few inches to allow the garages to vent. This, in turn, helps lower the temperature in the rest of the house. But does it actually work? Here's what to know about the cooling trick. Garages are generally poorly insulated and can heat up quickly in the blazing sun, which could warm up adjoining areas of the home. Adding or improving the insulation can be a chore and may be impossible for people renting homes. So, people have instead resorted to improving the circulation of air in the garage space by lifting the garage door a bit. And it can help, experts said, particularly early in the morning or in the evening when outside air temps are lower. But it doesn't help that much, and cracking your garage door can also allow bugs, mice, and other pests inside, leave your garage and its contents open to theft, and potentially strain the garage door itself, especially if it's an old one. Your best bet is insulating your garage. "Cracking the door will indeed benefit and alleviate the heat that builds up. But having a well-maintained, properly insulated garage should be your top priority," according to garage door company D Bar Garage Doors. If you're looking to keep your home cooler and your electric bill down, you'll want to keep your air conditioner in perfect running shape. Here are six easy tips you can (and should) do to keep it happy: Change the air filter Clean your vents Keep the area around the outside unit clean and unblocked Clean out the drain Clean off the coils Get your air conditioner checked out by a professional Over 7,000 Florida residents responded to a 2024 USA TODAY NETWORK - Florida poll regarding their typical thermostat temperature for air conditioning. Most of the people who voted said they preferred to keep their A/C at 78 degrees in the summer. According to poll results, this was 21%, or 1,454 people. This is also the temperature often quoted from ENERGY STAR, a program run by the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energyy the U.S. Energy Department as the ideal temperature for summer, generally providing the most savings while limiting discomfort. But ENERGY STAR doesn't recommend any specific temperature. 'ENERGY STAR does not assert that any particular temperature setting is good for households,' the EPA said in an email to The Palm Beach Post. Instead, experts say to choose whatever temperature feels comfortable, is appropriate for the health conditions of people in the household, and doesn't blow your electric bill out of your budget. This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Florida heat: Does cracking the garage door make your home cooler?
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
What is the best temperature to set your thermostat during Florida summers? Vote in our poll
It's time to crank down that thermostat if you haven't already. According to NOAA's Climate Prediction Center, temperatures above normal are expected across Florida from May 18 through May 22. "Records could be tied or broken based on current forecasts. Lows appear to be above normal, and potentially close to record high minimum. Heat indices look to be peak to near 100," the National Weather Service Jacksonville warned in its forecast for May 16-May 19. Ahead of the heat wave, Floridians are asking the age-old question that ruins relationships, destroys friendships and threatens marriages: what temperature do you set your air conditioner thermostat at? Let's settle this once and for all. This upcoming heat wave aligns with earlier predictions of above-normal temperatures during the summer season. According to Old Farmer's Almanac, NOAA and AccuWeather forecasters, Florida is set to face another record-breaking hot summer. Most of the U.S., including Florida, is expected to be hot and dry this summer. The forecast is for meteorological summer, which is June, July and August. South Florida, though, could see cooler, rainy conditions. "It's going to be a scorcher of a summer," according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. Astronomical summer arrives on the summer solstice and ends with the autumn equinox. It will run from June 20, the date of the summer solstice for 2025, to Sept. 22, the arrival of the autumn equinox. Can't see the poll? Follow the link to vote. Short answer: it depends. It's a decision you make based on: What feels comfortable to you and the other people in your household The health conditions of people in your household How well your home is insulated and otherwise protected against heat What other cooling methods do you use (floor fans, ceiling fans, closed curtains/shades, etc.) How much you're willing to pay on your electric bill The first and last ones are the most important. If you can afford it, run your a/c as low as you want. Be prepared for considerably higher bills and likely more air conditioner maintenance and repairs, although Florida Power & Light has been lowering rates lately. FPL spokesperson Katarina Alvarez said a 1-degree increase in thermostats could save between 3-5% on cooling costs. The less your a/c has to work, the lower your bill. So set your thermostat to the highest temperature you can remain comfortable in and can afford, and look for other ways to cool off your place. For a long time, 78 degrees has been the number everyone drops in their "stay cool" guides. Which is fine for some people, and for lizards. When the media and electric utility companies promote 78 degrees they often refer to ENERGY STAR, a program run by the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy that has become synonymous with energy-efficient appliances. But ENERGY STAR doesn't recommend any specific temperature. Thermostat guide: What's the best temperature to set your thermostat in Florida? 'ENERGY STAR does not assert that any particular temperature setting is good for households,' the EPA said in an email to The Palm Beach Post. Contributing: Cheryl McCloud, USA TODAY Florida Network This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Florida summer: What's most popular a/c thermostat temperature? Vote
