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Malaysian Reserve
2 days ago
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- Malaysian Reserve
Bridge Data Centres Unveils Inaugural ESG Report, Outlines Vision for a Sustainable Digital Future
Significant advances in innovative cooling technologies in past year lowered power usage effectiveness (PUE) in subtropical regions to below 1.2 Report details six environmental performance domains — water resources management, high-efficiency thermal management, energy system resilience, carbon footprint reduction, green technology R&D, and digital energy governance SINGAPORE, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bridge Data Centres, a Bain Capital-backed hyperscale data centre platform, has unveiled its inaugural environmental, social and governance (ESG) report, detailing its blueprint for a sustainable data centre future. The rapid growth of data centre development across the Asia-Pacific region has intensified demand for high-performance, secure, and globally accessible computing. As data volumes surge and complexity increases, expectations are rising — data centres must deliver greater efficiency and reliability while reducing their environmental impact. Bridge Data Centres (BDC) is addressing these evolving demands through sustainability-led innovation. The ESG report details how the company is investing in energy-efficient systems, accelerating its transition to renewable energy, enhancing supply chain performance, and committing to emissions reductions. Ahead of the report's release, BDC established a three-tier ESG governance framework comprising governance, management, and execution layers, with the Board of Directors providing top-level oversight. Eric Fan, Chairman of Bridge Data Centres ESG Committee, commented, 'This inaugural ESG report is a testament to our commitment to building a future that is sustainable, equitable, and resilient. It reflects our core belief that the long-term success of our company is inseparable from the health of our planet, the well-being of our communities, and the trust we earn from our stakeholders.' The report highlights several technological milestones across six environmental performance domains — water resources management, high-efficiency thermal management, energy system resilience, carbon foot print reduction, green technology R&D, and digital energy governance. Backed by 588 patents, BDC has made significant strides in water recycling and on-site treatment systems to improve Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE). Breakthroughs in cooling technologies have lowered Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) in subtropical regions to below 1.2 — setting a new company milestone for energy efficiency. In Thailand, BDC's facility generated 511 MWh of renewable energy through rooftop solar panels. Additionally, innovations in construction technology have enabled a 30% reduction in construction cycles, accelerating customer deployment while reducing construction-related waste. Bridge Data Centres is now a member of RE100 and has committed to achieving 100% renewable energy usage by 2040. BDC has also submitted goals to Science-based Targets Initiative (SBTi). The ESG report also details BDC's social impact. Over the past year, BDC has increased employment by over 24% year-on-year, with 85% of new hires hired in local markets, generating localized job opportunities and contributing to talent development for the data centre sector. Women represented 33.3% of the BDC executive management team – a notable figure in the data centre industry. 'As a digital infrastructure designer and builder, we have a unique responsibility — and powerful opportunity — to lead the way in sustainability. The choices we make today in design, construction, and operations will shape the future of our environment and society,' added Mr Fan. Download the Bridge Data Centres inaugural ESG report here: About Bridge Data Centres Backed by global leading investment firm Bain Capital, Bridge Data Centres is a pan-Asian hyperscale data infrastructure builder, striving for an ever-growing and transforming digital future. We focus on empowering our clients and their cloud-first and AI-driven strategy, through our hyperscale, build-to-suit, and colocation data solutions.
Korea Herald
24-03-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Bridge Data Centres Secures Landmark US$2.8 Billion Senior Secured Bank Financing to Fuel Data Centre Expansion
SINGAPORE, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bridge Data Centres ("Bridge DC"), a Bain Capital-backed hyperscale data center platform, has secured US$2.8 billion in senior secured bank financing to fuel its data centre expansion, marking one of the largest-ever bank facilities for pan-Asian data centre operators. The financing, underwritten by a consortium of international and cross-regional banks, signals unwavering institutional confidence in Bridge DC's expansion strategy to meet soaring demand for generative Artificial Intelligence and cloud infrastructure across the region. Following a year of unprecedented growth at Bridge Data Centre, the company will leverage the funds to accelerate development of hyperscale campuses in high-growth markets, including Malaysia, Thailand and beyond. "This financing milestone underscores strong market confidence in Bridge Data Centre's leadership, underpinned by record contracted capacity growth," said Eric Fan, President of Bridge Data Centres. "More than 11 lead banks have committed to the largest ever bank facility, reinforcing Bridge DC's strong backing from diverse financial institutions." Bridge DC's expansion is further bolstered by Bain Capital's cross-regional data center platforms in the U.S., Europe, and China, ensuring seamless support for global hyperscalers. "Bridge Data Centres has consistently demonstrated its ability to execute on its ambitious growth strategy, delivering world-class data centre solutions that meet the rapidly evolving needs of hyperscalers driven by generative AI," said Drew Chen, Partner at Bain Capital. "This landmark financing facility is a testament to the strength of Bridge DC's business growth trajectory. Bain Capital is proud to support Bridge DC as it continues to expand its footprint and consolidate its position as a leader in APAC's digital infrastructure landscape." Backed by global leading investment firm Bain Capital, Bridge Data Centres is a pan-Asian hyperscale data infrastructure builder, striving for an ever-growing and transforming digital future. We focus on empowering our clients and their cloud-first and AI-driven strategy, through our hyperscale, build-to-suit, and colocation data solutions.
