Today marks the launch of the Asia-Pacific Data Centre Association (APDCA), a pioneering trade association group dedicated to representing the shared interests of the data center industry in the Asia-Pacific region.
This initiative aims to establish common ground among data center operators, suppliers, and stakeholders, enabling the industry to collectively advocate for policies and regulations that foster the sustainable development of the data center sector.
The APDCA’s founding members, comprised of leading global data center operators such as AirTrunk, Digital Realty, Equinix, Global Switch, NTT Global Data Centers, Princeton Digital Group, ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, and Vantage Data Centers, collectively hold a substantial 40% share of the APAC market (excluding Mainland China), according to Synergy.
Expressing their commitment, APDCA and its members pledge to collaborate with governments to co-create policies that enhance the security and resilience of data centers, minimize environmental impact, and generate positive economic outcomes for local communities.
Jeremy Deutsch, Interim Chairperson of the APDCA, emphasizes the critical need for a cohesive vision for digital infrastructure and data centers in the face of accelerating demand for digital services fueled by 5G, generative AI, IoT, and cloud computing within the region.
The APDCA positions itself as a vital representative of the industry in the region, dedicated to safeguarding the interests of its members, the industry at large, and the people, businesses, and communities it serves.
As a sister organization to the European Data Centre Association, known for its role in the Climate Neutral Data Centre Pact with over 100 committed data center operators and trade associations, the APDCA aligns with the goal of leveraging technology to achieve substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, aiming to make Europe climate neutral by 2030.
The governance of APDCA will be overseen by a Board appointed by the founding members, which will soon convene to elect a Chairperson and establish the association’s agenda.