Data Centre Magazine August 2024 | Page 31

“ At Equinix we are focused on providing the infrastructure needed to thrive in the digital era ”

“ We also adopt a Future First sustainability strategy that rallies our people and partners to dream of a better future and do what it takes to make it happen ,” Yee May highlighted in an interview . “ Equinix is committed to leading the way and maximising the benefits of technology for all people while minimising its impact on the planet . We are committed to become climate-neutral by 2030 and have released our science-based target ( SBT ) in 2021 to reduce emissions across our global operations and supply chain .” Yee May is also an active advocate for diversity and inclusion . She currently operates as a global executive sponsor of WeAreEquinix , a company-wide initiative designed to support equality and underrepresented groups within Equinix itself , in addition to local communities . With women making up just 10 % of the overall data centre workforce , Yee May is one such individual advocating for change .
“ Closing the gender gap for women is essential because technology is not just about selling a solution – it ’ s about connecting to enterprises and end users ,” she highlights . “ Having a diverse team enables you to better understand a range of perspectives and better reach customers .” datacentremagazine . com 31