Almost 80% of Data Centers Constructed in Natural Disaster Zones – Data Centers Are Fueling and Succumbing to Climate Risks

Almost 80% of data centers constructed in natural disaster zones – data centers are fueling and succumbing to climate risks

79% of data centers are exposed to climate hazards, 54% face chronic heat or droughtHigher temperatures lead to more cooling demand, creating a vicious circleComponent longevity is also at risk from heat and other impactsAccording to new First Street research, four in five (79%) or the world's data center capacity is exposed to climate hazards like flooding, wildfire and winds, with more than half (54%) of data centers located in areas that face…

79% of global data centre capacity exposed to elevated climate risk: First Street

New research from First Street found that 79% of global data centre capacity is exposed to elevated acute climate hazards, including flooding, wind, and wildfire risks that can disrupt operations, increase downtime, and drive up insurance and repair costs. First Street’s analysis shows that climate risk is emerging as a critical factor in data centre investment performance, with physical hazards increasingly shaping operating costs, infrastructu…