KX Data Claims Prestigious Climate Leadership Award at CDP Annual Conference

Shanghai, April 25th

In a significant recognition of its environmental leadership, KX Data was honored with the "Climate Change Leadership Award" at the CDP's 2023 China Report Release and Awards Ceremony in Shanghai. This accolade makes KX Data the sole recipient among third-party data center enterprises acknowledged for its outstanding performance in reducing carbon emissions.

KX Data's exceptional climate performance was further substantiated by its receipt of a 'Leadership' grade (A-) in the 2023 CDP evaluation, significantly outperforming global and Asian peers on average.

CEO Insights: Navigating Climate Challenges

KX Data's Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Wu Huapeng, expressed profound understanding of the global challenges posed by climate change. He emphasized the company's commitment to enhancing energy efficiency and strategically positioning itself in areas rich with green energy sources to drive down carbon emissions from computing capabilities.

In 2023, KX Data's China operations reported an annual operational PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) of 1.21, markedly lower than the global average of 1.58. This translates to an impressive saving of 1.15 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity under equivalent IT load conditions, equivalent to approximately 64 million tons of CO2 emissions avoided.

CDP's Role in Assessing Environmental Impact

As an international non-profit organization dedicated to evaluating corporate ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) performance, CDP holds a paramount position in the industry. The 'A-' rating bestowed upon KX Data underscores CDP's high regard for the company's efforts in combating climate change. Only nineteen companies in China have achieved a similar or higher evaluation.

Addressing Climate Change: A Global Imperative

The CDP's report for this year underscores the escalating challenges climate change poses to sustainable development and economic stability worldwide. It reiterates that global efforts towards climate mitigation and environmental conservation are crucial for humanity's future. As key contributors to society, businesses must account for both their economic activities and their impact on climate change.

KX Data's Commitment to Sustainability

As a pioneer in the realm of computing infrastructure, KX Data places a high priority on environmental sustainability. The company integrates eco-friendly principles throughout its value chain, from site selection to construction and operation, achieving industry-leading environmental performance.

Looking ahead, KX Data plans to intensify its investment in green initiatives, focusing on energy efficiency improvements and increased use of renewable energy sources. The company aims to leverage AI technologies deeply in its operations to build a sustainable foundation for the era of intelligent computing.

Notes:

• Data referenced from Uptime Institute's 2023 Global Data Center Survey.
• CO2 emission factors were calculated using the latest average grid emission factor provided by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment and the National Bureau of Statistics, set at 0.5568 tCO2/MWh.