Asia-Pacific data centre operators launch sustainability accord with voluntary targets

• Designed to complement existing regulatory frameworks rather than replace them
• Eleven operators sign voluntary accord setting sustainability targets across energy, water use

Eleven major data centre operators have signed a voluntary sustainability agreement covering the Asia-Pacific region, establishing what organisers say are the first APAC-wide industry commitments on environmental targets.

The Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Accord (SDIA), launched by the Asia-Pacific Data Centre Association (APDCA) on March 26, sets voluntary targets across four areas: energy efficiency, clean energy use, water consumption, and circular economy practices.

The accord is non-binding and designed to complement existing regulatory frameworks rather than replace them, according to APDCA. Signatories include AirTrunk, Digital Realty, EdgeConneX, Equinix, Global Switch, Microsoft, NTT Data, Princeton Digital Group, ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, Stack Infrastructure, and Vantage Data Centers.

“The SDIA demonstrates how the industry is ready to work together to ensure that digital transformation and sustainability go hand-in-hand in Asia-Pacific,” said Jeremy Deutsch, Chair of APDCA. “It establishes the first APAC-wide baseline of industry commitments, and provides a structured platform for government-industry dialogue on how to drive further progress.”

The initiative has received support from government agencies across the region. Anuar Fariz Fadzil, CEO of Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), said the accord aligns with Malaysia’s goal to become an “AI Nation by 2030.”

“As the demand for digital infrastructure continues to grow in tandem with the expansion of cloud and AI technologies, such collaborative efforts will be key to shaping sustainable, climate-resilient digital ecosystems,” Fadzil said.

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