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Transforming APAC data centers for the Net Zero era: adopting responsible, future-ready perspectives

By Paul Churchill, Vice President (Asia), Vertiv | Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 1:23 PM Asia/Singapore

Transforming APAC data centers for the Net Zero era: adopting responsible, future-ready perspectives

Here is a commemorative guide exploring innovative cooling strategies for balancing data center performance, sustainability, and APAC’s unique environmental challenges.

According to published estimates, the installed data center (DC) power capacity in the Asia Pacific region (APAC) is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 14.2%, reaching 94.4 gigawatts by 2028.

Data centers are substantial consumers of energy, yet the increasing demand for high-performance computing necessitates that DCs scale efficiently.

As the world marks Earth Day 2025, and as APAC markets push towards Net Zero commitments, the DC industry must rethink its cooling and energy efficiency strategies to enable growth without exacerbating existing climate challenges

The sustainability paradox: growth versus impact
While energy consumption has long been a concern of the DC industry, water processing and scarcity are now emerging as an equally critical issue.

Many of the region’s fastest-growing DCs markets are already grappling with water scarcity, making traditional cooling methods increasingly less optimal in the long term. The way DCs are powered and cooled in the coming years will define the APAC DC industry’s environmental footprint.

As corporate responsibility expectations rise, DC firms must adopt more innovative and efficient cooling solutions to reduce energy consumption without compromising performance. So what are some ideas for developing and running more eco-compliant DCs?

  • Since traditional air-cooling methods are reaching their limits (with some exceptions in upgraded computer room air handler units, free cooling, and air containment solutions), the industry can embrace next-generation cooling solutions that improve efficiency while reducing environmental impact. Liquid cooling is emerging as a strong solution.
  • In the Philippines, the country’s first liquid cooling technology showcase for DCs have showed visitors how advanced systems can drive both energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. Also, Singapore’s first tropical DC testbed has offered a glimpse into how operators can address cooling challenges unique to Asia’s climate.
  • One solution gaining attention is direct-to-chip immersion cooling to enhance thermal dissipation, reduce the energy required to keep processors at optimal operating temperatures. while improving performance. Some DCs are already using liquid-cooling to set new efficiency benchmarks. Finally, AI-driven cooling systems are becoming smarter and more efficient. By adjusting in real time to changing workloads, they help reduce energy waste and improve overall performance.
  • Beyond liquid cooling, other technologies are reshaping how the industry approaches responsible thermal management. Chilled water systems using low-GWP refrigerants are improving efficiency while minimizing environmental harm. Heat reuse and energy recycling are also gaining traction, repurposing excess heat for applications such as industrial processes, and domestic water heating.
  • Meanwhile, hybrid cooling ecosystems — which combine renewable and conventional energy sources — can offer DC operators a more flexible and resilient path to cooling optimization.
  • According to reports, DCs operators are increasingly adopting modular, prefabricated designs that allow for faster deployment, better energy performance, and a smaller environmental footprint. Many of these next-generation facilities are integrating heat recovery systems, low-emission cooling technologies, and resource management to ensure that digital growth can scale responsibly.

Editor’s note: When considering advanced cooling strategies, leaders are encouraged to weigh a full spectrum of technologies — balancing energy and water impacts, implementation costs, and local conditions — while also prioritizing renewable energy integration and transparent decision-making. For optimal results, evaluate solutions using independent data and clear selection criteria, and remain mindful of potential vendor interests. Readers may wish to further research these considerations to tailor approaches to their unique operational and sustainability goals.

Powering a more responsible digital future

The choices made today will determine the long-term impact of DCs. As digital infrastructure continues to grow, businesses must act decisively to reduce their environmental footprint while meeting the increasing demands of AI and high-performance computing.

By adopting next-generation cooling solutions, integrating AI-driven efficiencies, and embracing alternative energy, DCs can continue to scale without compromising environmental impact.

The challenge is significant, but so is the opportunity to lead the global energy transition and, ensuring that scalability does not come at the cost of the planet.

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