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About this steering group
The outcomes of this steering group
- A data center map, based on the electricityMap.org, hosted as part of the SDIA website
- A framework & rules on how data centers are displayed and how their carbon emissions from Scope 2 are calculated
- Continous governance through the steering group of the map and the development of additional functionalities
- A comparison tool for comparing data centers in different regions based on their historic, current and forecasted carbon emissions in electricity
- Ongoing communication and policy campaigns that support the visibility of the map, and the showcased data centers
What do organizations gain from participation in the steering group?
- Shape the map to meet your own requirements and to ensure you can use it to educate your customers
- Visibility on the map and transparency on the Scope 2 emissions as well as power purchasing practices
- Continued development of the map as well as the development of new functionalities that enable a better understanding and comparability of facilities based on their Scope 2 emissions
- Governance over adding new data centers and the accounting of carbon emissions from the electricity mix
How are funds and contributions from steering group members being used?
- Development: Developing the map and integrating into the SDIA website as well as license fees for the use of the electricityMap API
- Communication campaigns: Showcasing the map into the market and promoting transparency on Scope 2 emissions as well as educating on the differences between the various green electricity schemes
What can I expect from the steering group?
- Regular monthly or bimonthly meetings with updates and reading material distributed to all participants.
- Governance of new participants, data centers being added to the map, the framework of comparing data centers with each other, and the calculation of Scope 2 emissions from electricity
- Moderation and organization performed by SDIA with ample opportunities to provide input and comments.
- Gatherings of all steering group members for workshops and networking to further facilitate the Alliance and drive partnership building within the group.
Would you like to join?
We are happy to have you, your organization & expertise as part of this steering group, simply reach out below.
Your Membership Contact
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Daan Terpstra
Executive Chairman
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