It identifies three strategic investment areas for the next six years:
(A) Increase the footprint of hyperscale data centers that are tailor-made for AI and cloud workloads
(B) Achieve net zero
(C) Increase team strength and capabilities
HYDERABAD, India, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Following a series of senior management hires, CtrlS Datacenters Ltd, Asia’s leading Rated-4 data center services provider, today announced its new investment plan of 2 billion dollars in the next six years.
The company has focused on three key areas to expand its operations, reaffirm its commitment to the region and consolidate its leadership position:
1. Add 350 MW of AI and cloud-ready hyperscale data centers:
With the massive rise in adoption of AI applications and cloud technologies, the demand for AI and cloud-ready data centers is on the rise. CtrlS Datacenters will invest in several key technologies and strategies in areas such as advanced cooling, energy management and overall infrastructure design in its new hyperscale data centers.
These include Liquid Cooling (Direct-to-chip or immersion cooling), AI HVAC, AI Optimized Rack Layout, High-Efficiency Power Infrastructure, etc., and will provide a plug-n-play environment for emerging technology service providers. can grow their IT footprint seamlessly.
Currently, CtrlS Datacenters has 12 state-of-the-art data centers with a capacity of 234 MW spread across seven major cities: Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Noida, Lucknow and Patna. The investment plan includes the addition of approximately 350 MW of capacity in new and existing hyperscale and edge data centers, both in India and select markets in Southeast Asia.
2. Achieve a net zero or carbon neutral balance by 2030:
CtrlS Datacenters aims to be carbon neutral by 2030. The company is investing in 153 megawatt peak (MWp) solar projects in three markets, which will generate 250,000 megawatt hours (MWh) of energy per year. This includes a 145 MWp solar project in Maharashtra that will be fully owned and managed by the company. By 2025, CtrlS Datacenters plans to invest in additional 300 MWp projects.
CtrlS Datacenters aims to achieve its net zero goals through a multi-pronged strategy, which goes beyond renewable energy. The company will continue to improve its water conservation measures by deploying more advanced water recycling technologies, in line with its goal of using 100% recycled water in all its data centers.
3. Double the number of people by 2029:
CtrlS Datacenters is aggressively strengthening the organization through ongoing hiring and training. The company has hired several sector veterans from multinationals to strengthen its management team and boost its growth. The global leadership team has received a boost with the addition of Royce Thomas (from Equinix) as President and Chief Business Officer, Ashish Ahuja (from Google) as Chief Technology Officer, Vipin Jain (from AWS) as President of Data Center Operations and Mohit Pande (of Jefferies) as CFO, in addition to other senior officials.
As CtrlS Datacenters expands its footprint and expands its portfolio, the company is expected to hire more than 1,000 people over the next six years.
Recognized as a “Great Place to Work” and a “Great Place to Work for Women,” the company is attracting top talent in all spheres of data center design, construction and operations and engaging them in its journey of growth.
Commenting on the investment plans, Sridhar Pinnapureddy, Founder and Chairman, CtrlS Datacenters, said: “Since 2007, we have been committed to innovation and excellence, and the current rise of AI and cloud technologies ensures that we remain relevant to these changing market dynamics, while leading the charge on sustainability. We aim to not only strengthen our presence in key markets by offering the next generation of data center technology, but also to raise the standard for the entire industry of data centers through pioneering services and sustainable practices.”
CtrlS Datacenters has cultivated a unique organizational capability that allows it to add substantial capabilities each year. With an eye on the critical growth phase, CtrlS Datacenters aims to capitalize on the ongoing digital revolution in India and the growing demand for next-generation data centers.
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