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The modular data center industry is experiencing a shift toward the adoption of sustainable solutions by adopting eco-friendly materials and practices due to the growing awareness and stringent regulations regarding environmental safety. Sustainable facilities often utilize energy-saving technologies to reduce energy usage, such as enhanced cooling systems, LED lighting, and effective power distribution units. Further, many companies are concentrating on adopting renewable energy sources, such as wind or solar energy, to connect data center operations with sustainability objectives. For instance, in May 2024, EdgeCloudLink (ECL) successfully delivered its first hydrogen-powered modular data center in Mountain View, California, marking a significant milestone in sustainable data center solutions. This innovative facility is designed to operate off-grid, utilizing hydrogen fuel cells for power generation.
Additionally, as businesses adopt edge computing to support IoT devices and low-latency applications, modular data centers are increasingly being deployed at the edge. This trend is driven by the need for localized data processing and storage, lowering latency and enabling enterprises to react swiftly to data demands.