Energy consumption stories

StorONE and Phison have launched a groundbreaking storage solution capable of achieving 1 million IOPS with just four drives, enhancing performance and security.

Vertiv forecasts data centre trends for 2025, highlighting AI's role in high-density computing, sustainability challenges, and evolving cybersecurity needs.

Ansys has achieved a remarkable 110-fold speed boost in CFD simulations using NVIDIA's advanced chips, slashing run times from weeks to mere hours.

Iceotope unveils KUL AI, an innovative 8-GPU server promising up to 40% energy savings, designed for demanding AI applications and enhancing sustainability.

Fujitsu has unveiled new AI computing broker middleware to enhance GPU utilisation and tackle global shortages, promising boosts in computational efficiency.

ABB Electrification Service and Oktogrid have unveiled TRAFCOM, a pioneering digital monitoring solution for transformers aimed at modernising power grids.

A new study by Juniper Research identifies KDDI, Deutsche Telekom, and Verizon as leaders in sustainable practices among global mobile network operators.

As the world shifts from coal, pumped hydro emerges as a key player for large-scale energy storage, needing innovation and government support to thrive.

Sophos has unveiled its new XGS Series desktop firewalls, featuring nine models that double performance while halving energy consumption for SMEs.

A new survey reveals 83% of UK adults are familiar with GenAI tools like ChatGPT, yet concerns grow over their environmental impact, urging for transparency and regulation.

UK local authorities are prioritising sustainability and cloud technology, with 96% increasing cloud use. Cost and skill shortages pose significant challenges.

Samsung research shows 52% of Australians plan digital refreshes this year, with many keen on upgrading devices, but sustainable disposal knowledge remains low.

For the eleventh consecutive year, Pure Storage has secured its spot as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Primary Storage Platforms, excelling in execution and vision.

The UK's EV charging infrastructure is lagging amid shifting phase-out dates for petrol and diesel cars. Will it catch up by 2030?.

Samsung's latest report reveals a generational shift in home appliance use, with 75% of Australians valuing AI as an unparalleled innovation.

SAS reports that the rapid adoption of Generative AI threatens global decarbonisation efforts unless organisations take greater responsibility for their cloud and data practices.

Hitachi Vantara and Broadcom unveil a private and hybrid cloud solution, integrating Hitachi's UCP RS with VMware Cloud Foundation, targeting data proliferation, sustainability, and AI demands.

Swiss startup Apheros raises USD $1.85 million in pre-seed funding to advance its innovative metal foam cooling solutions for data centres and high-power computing.

IceCloud Integrated Services launches in Iceland, offering renewable energy-powered cloud solutions through a new collaboration.

Climate tech firm IES unveils a digital twin model for Stirling and Clackmannanshire, aiming to cut carbon emissions by 98% by 2045 via an innovative energy masterplan.