BDx Applies Singapore Tropical Data Center Standards, More Energy Efficient Cooling

JAKARTA - BDx Data Centers has successfully implemented the Tropical Data Center Standard (SS 697:2023) developed by the Singapore Media and Communications Development Authority (IMDA) to optimize its multi-tenant data center operations in a tropical climate.

The Tropical Data Center Standard provides clear operational guidance for managing facilities in an optimized thermal condition, enabling data centers to reduce cooling loads and support Singapore's Green Data Center Roadmap goals.

At its SIN1 facility in Paya Lebar, BDx launched a Temperature Improvement Program (TIP) starting in 2025 by safely raising the operating set point from 23°C to 25°C in controlled conditions that meet standards.

The implementation of this program is supported by continuous monitoring of temperature, humidity, and workload in a multi-tenant environment that operates directly.

As a result, this initiative has successfully reduced cooling energy consumption by 7% while maintaining 100% system availability, in line with IMDA guidelines and ASHRAE global standards.

"Improving energy efficiency in tropical environments requires disciplined implementation and a data-driven approach," said Mayank Srivastava, Chief Executive Officer of BDx Data Centers.

Mayank added, "by implementing the Singapore Tropical Data Center Standard in the operational environment, we have proven that increased efficiency can be achieved without sacrificing reliability."

He assessed that this initiative is an important step in building a robust data center infrastructure that is ready for the future in the Asia Pacific region and beyond.

In addition, BDx implements digital twin capabilities supported by artificial intelligence (AI) that allows for real-time adjustments to cooling performance in tropical operating conditions, thereby improving efficiency, durability, and thermal stability at higher operating temperatures.

BDx is also working with customers to tap the Singapore Energy Efficiency Grant (EEG) which supports the adoption of pre-approved energy-efficient IT equipment and installed in commercial data centres in Singapore.