Schneider Electric invests SGD$1.2 million to collaborate with the Sustainable Tropical Data Centre Testbed in Singapore
The first of its kind in the tropics, this innovative testbed will pioneer green and efficient cooling solutions to help data centres in the region operate optimally
Singapore, 10 October 2023 – Schneider Electric, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, today announced that it is investing SGD$1.2 million to collaborate with the Sustainable Tropical Data Centre Testbed (STDCT) - Asia’s first-of-its-kind data centre testbed specifically designed for the tropical climate.
Funded by the National Research Foundation, Singapore and hosted at the National University of Singapore (NUS), the facility is supported by a consortium of industry partners, and research activities at the STDCT are co-led by NUS and the Nanyang Technological University (NTU).
In tropical countries such as Singapore, significant power and energy consumption is typically required to maintain controlled environments in data centres, resulting in high costs and carbon emissions. The testbed therefore aims to pioneer green and efficient cooling solutions for data centres located in the tropics to operate optimally. The STDCT also aims to establish operating guidelines and set industry standards by leveraging proven findings from its innovative technologies. The breakthroughs achieved can potentially be commercialised, and in turn, enhance Singapore’s competitiveness in providing sustainable and efficient data centre solutions for global organisations.
As part of the partnership, Schneider Electric will provide its solutions such as its Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, fan walls, busways, and Smart Low-Voltage (LV) Panels. Additionally, the STDCT will be integrated with Schneider Electric’s building management system, EcoStruxure Building Operations - an open and scalable next-generation building management solution that comprises an integrated ecosystem of smart devices, software, apps, and services. One of Schneider Electric’s premier Edge Control offerings, EcoStruxure Building Operations also features an energy management interface that allows the management team to monitor, benchmark, analyse, and adapt the testbed’s performance for increased energy and operational efficiency.
Schneider Electric will also be part of the executive committee to contribute industry expertise and insights.
"The burgeoning digital economy in Asia is bringing about an unprecedented demand for data centres. Yet, cooling these centres, especially in our regional climate, comes at a high cost - both financially and environmentally," stated Yoon Young Kim, Cluster President, Singapore and Brunei, Schneider Electric. "As a pioneer in sustainable solutions, Schneider Electric is proud to drive the development of next-generation technologies alongside NUS and NTU to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions and pave the way for a more sustainable and efficient digital future."
"The Sustainable Tropical Data Centre Testbed is a groundbreaking initiative that underscores our commitment to future-proofing the data centre industry in the region," said Associate Professor Lee Poh Seng, Programme Director of the STDCT. “By working with experienced partners like Schneider Electric who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to building sustainable solutions, we are confident that the STDCT will serve as a beacon of innovation, providing a platform for research and advancements that will not only benefit the region but the entire global data centre landscape."
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Yoon Young Kim
Cluster President, Singapore and BruneiYoon Young Kim is Cluster President for Singapore and Brunei at Schneider Electric. In his current role at Schneider Electric, Kim seeks to grow company regional presence as the leader of digital and sustainable transformation in energy management and automation. He spearheads efforts to drive more digital solutions, with focus on high-growth potential areas such as Data Centers, Buildings, Infrastructure and Manufacturing. He is also leading efforts in helping customers within these regional markets to operate more sustainably. Kim was most previously Cluster Country President for Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar for Schneider Electric – a role he held for over four years from 2016 to 2020. Kim brings with him over two decades of global experience in leading teams across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, South America, and Russia. This includes experience in the energy management and lighting industries, as well as a strong background in sales and marketing. He boasts a commendable track record of delivering commercial success across emerging markets in B2B, B2C, and B2G fields. As a strategic leader who is people-oriented, Kim is committed to inspiring teams to deliver consistent results in implementing impactful business initiatives and empowering all to make the most of their energy and resources. Beyond his role as Cluster President, Kim holds several board and advisory positions. These include serving as a Board Member of the French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore; a Board Member for UN GCNS (Global Compact Network Singapore); a Board Member at NaviX Solutions by Schneider Electric; and a Global DEI Board Member at Schneider Electric. In addition, Kim acts as a Sustainability Advisory Member to the Board at United Overseas Bank (UOB), one of the world’s leading banks headquartered in Singapore, with branches and offices across 19 countries in the Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. Kim is fluent in four languages: English, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish. He graduated from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, with a Bachelor of Business Administration. He also holds multiple postgraduate degrees including a Master of Business Administration from WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, Master’s degree at FGV – Fundacao Getulio Vargas in Finance and Post-degree in Marketing from ESPM Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing. Kim was born in Korea, raised in Brazil, and now Singaporean.Read more
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