Data Centre Magazine April 2024 | Page 159

TECH & AI
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NOW gas emissions – a figure that is expected to rise to 8 % by 2030 – industry-leading companies are having to quickly harness new and innovative solutions to combat rising energy demands .
The technology can end up playing a pivotal role by identifying opportunities to enhance energy efficiency , reduce resource wastage and make operations more efficient . Cavinato states that predictive maintenance can also help to evolve data lakes to robust predictive tools .
“ Incorporating environmental considerations into infrastructure management involves optimising energy usage , reducing carbon footprints , and implementing ecofriendly technologies and processes ,” she says . “ Environmental responsibility also extends to the energy sources powering critical infrastructure .
“ By leveraging AI in the data lake , organisations can analyse power consumption patterns and explore opportunities to integrate alternative energy sources . This not only aligns with eco-friendly initiatives but also enhances operational resilience by diversifying the energy mix and reducing dependence on conventional power grids .” datacentremagazine . com 159