ASHRAE has announced the publication of ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 90.4-2016, Energy Standard for Data Centers. The standard establishes the minimum energy efficiency requirements of data centers for design and construction, for creation of a plan for operation and maintenance, and for utilization of on-site or off-site renewable energy resources.
“We worked very hard to craft this standard in a manner that does not stifle innovation in the data center industry while simultaneously offering criteria to help ensure energy savings,” said Ron Jarnagin, chair of the 90.4 committee. “It is important to keep in mind that data centers are mission critical facilities where risk management is the primary concern.”