Equinix — full event log
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Equinix Distributed AI and Equinix Fabric Intelligence enable customers to optimize AI training and inference workloads through interconnected, metro-proximate infrastructure—reducing latency and energy use relative to long-haul data movement.
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In 2024 Equinix updated its Green Finance Framework to broaden focus to projects advancing decarbonization, resource efficiency and climate resilience with more rigorous qualification requirements. As of Dec 31, 2025, ~$9.5 billion green bonds issued with $7 billion in net proceeds allocated to eligible green projects (renewable energy procurement, low-carbon construction materials).
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The 10-K does not disclose a specific carbon removals strategy (e.g., DAC, BECCS, biochar). Equinix's decarbonization approach centers on operational PUE improvements (1.39 in 2024, 6% improvement vs 2023), renewable energy procurement, and energy efficiency rather than purchased removals. Net-zero by 2040 is targeted across the value chain via emissions reductions rather than offsets/removals.
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On June 2, 2025, Equinix completed acquisition of TIM NextGen DC Corporation, consisting of three data centers in the Philippines, for total purchase consideration of $183 million, marking entry into the Philippines market.
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Equinix provides customers with Green Power Reports (GPRs) detailing customer electricity consumption, renewable energy coverage and carbon footprint related to their Equinix deployments. In 2025, launched a self-service GPR download tool. Also introduced Customer Water Reports (CWRs) providing allocated water withdrawal and Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) metrics for sites that use water for cooling.
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In 2025, Equinix achieved the EcoVadis Gold Medal for the first time. EcoVadis provides trusted, independent evaluations of company sustainability performance.
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In 2025, 32.4 million gross sq ft (98.7% of global footprint) operates with green buildings and energy management certifications including ISO 50001, ISO 14001, LEED, BCA Green Mark, U.S. EPA Energy Star for Data Centers, NABERS and Green Globes. 100% of U.S. footprint certified; 24 LEED-certified U.S. data centers (48.2% of U.S. portfolio).
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$2.3B Green Bond allocations supported generation of 1.9 million MWh of renewable energy across 151 projects in 31 countries, anchoring Equinix's renewable electricity sourcing strategy for its global IBX footprint.
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Build Bolder strategic move targets doubling data center capacity by 2029. Total developable capacity now ~3 GW following land deals across Amsterdam, Chicago, Johannesburg, London and Toronto; 58 major projects underway including 12 xScale projects.
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As of June 30, 2025, Equinix has allocated $2.3 billion to 151 projects across 31 countries. Allocations supported 1.9 million MWh of renewable energy generation, expected annual energy savings of 197 GWh, and projected avoided emissions of ~441,000 MTCO2e/year.
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Green Bond-allocated projects are projected to avoid an estimated 441,000 MTCO2e emissions per year. The report frames this as avoidance/efficiency rather than durable removals (DAC/BECCS); no explicit removals portfolio is disclosed in this Q3 2025 press release.
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Equinix procures renewable electricity covering its full electricity consumption at qualifying sites, with strong preference for PPAs that add new wind and solar capacity. As of Dec 31, 2025, 29 PPAs in 12 countries totaling 1,472 MW of new wind and solar.
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As of December 31, 2025, Equinix has issued a total of approximately $9.5 billion in green bonds, with $7 billion in net proceeds allocated to eligible green projects. Green Finance Framework updated in 2024.
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For the first time ever, Equinix achieved the EcoVadis Gold Medal, placing it among the top 5% of approximately 150,000 companies assessed by EcoVadis globally.
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Equinix announced advancement of its power strategy in partnership with leading energy companies to develop reliable, sustainability-minded electricity solutions—including expanded utility arrangements, on-site generation technologies and next-generation nuclear energy—to support its global data centers.
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Land acquisitions across Amsterdam, Chicago, Johannesburg, London and Toronto bring total developable capacity to approximately 3 gigawatts, executing on plans to double data center capacity by 2029. 58 major projects underway including 12 xScale projects.
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Equinix is advancing its power strategy through partnerships with leading energy companies to develop reliable, sustainability-minded electricity solutions including expanded utility arrangements, on-site generation technologies and next-generation nuclear energy to support its global data centers. Green bond allocations are expected to yield annual energy savings of 197 GWh.
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As part of the Future First sustainability strategy, Equinix is partnering with leading energy companies on next-generation nuclear energy to support the scale, efficiency and resiliency demanded by AI and data center workloads. This complements expanded utility arrangements and on-site generation.
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More than 75% of Equinix's announced retail expansion spend is allocated to major metros, and more than 90% of its development is on owned land or owned buildings with long-term ground leases—enabling long-term control over efficiency upgrades and on-site renewables/generation.
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Equinix tracks progress toward emissions goals by measuring global GHG footprint across Scope 1, 2 (market-based) and Scope 3. As of 2024, the company achieved a 10% absolute reduction in operational GHG emissions from a 2019 baseline year (Scope 1 and Scope 2 market-based mtCO2e), despite significant business growth. The SBTi approved Equinix's 2040 long-term net-zero science-based target in 2024. Near-term science-based targets were the first in the data center industry to receive SBTi approval.
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Equinix measures operational efficiency primarily through Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE). In 2024, the company achieved an annual average operational PUE of 1.39, a 6% improvement from 2023 despite an expanded portfolio. The Energy Efficiency Center of Excellence drives a global approach to improving operational efficiency from lighting and airflow management to efficient cooling innovations. The programme also engages customers to manage their implementations more sustainably, leading to overall improved site efficiencies. New IBX data centers are being built to support power and cooling needs twice that of previous data centers.
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Equinix was the first data center company to set a goal of 100% clean and renewable energy coverage across its portfolio. In 2024, 96% of global electricity consumption, and 100% of U.S. and European electricity consumption, was covered by renewable energy. Equinix procures Energy Attributable Certificates (EACs) favoring PPAs that add new clean energy to the grid. As of December 31, 2025, Equinix has executed 29 PPAs in 12 countries, bringing total portfolio to 1,472 MW of new wind and solar capacity across Australia, Brazil, Finland, France, India, Italy, Japan, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, and the United States.
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On June 2, 2025, Equinix completed the acquisition of TIM NextGen DC Corporation from TIM and ZDRC, consisting of three data centers in the Philippines, for total purchase consideration of $183 million. This marked Equinix's entry into the Philippines market. Goodwill of $127 million was recognized.
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As of December 31, 2025, Equinix has issued approximately $9.5 billion in green bonds with $7 billion in net proceeds allocated to eligible green projects. The company has executed 29 PPAs in 12 countries, bringing total portfolio to 1,472 MW of new wind and solar capacity. In 2024, 96% of global electricity consumption was covered by renewable energy sources.
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In December 2025, Equinix announced the retirement of CFO Keith D. Taylor, with a transition agreement signed December 2, 2025. Taylor will remain as CFO until a new CFO commences employment, then serve as Special Advisor to the CEO through March 1, 2027. Michael Shane Paladin was hired as successor.
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Equinix's sustainability program achieved the EcoVadis Gold Medal for the first time in 2025. EcoVadis provides trusted, independent evaluations of company sustainability performance, and is frequently requested by Equinix's customers.
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Equinix's green finance programme enables targeted investments in infrastructure and innovation that deliver measurable environmental benefits. As of December 31, 2025, Equinix has issued approximately $9.5 billion in green bonds with $7 billion in net proceeds allocated to eligible green projects. Investments range from renewable energy procurement to low-carbon construction materials and are guided by the updated 2024 Green Finance Framework, which tightened eligibility criteria and broadened focus to include decarbonization, resource efficiency and climate resilience projects.
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Per Equinix's 2025 Green Bond Allocation and Impact Report, as of June 30, 2025, Equinix has allocated $2.3 billion to 151 projects across 31 countries. These projects supported the generation of 1.9 million MWh of renewable energy, are expected to yield annual energy savings of 197 GWh, and are projected to avoid an estimated 441,000 MTCO2e emissions per year. Equinix continues to advance its Future First sustainability strategy with expanded utility arrangements, on-site generation technologies and next-generation nuclear energy.
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Equinix was the first data center company to set a goal of 100% clean and renewable energy coverage across its global portfolio. In 2024, 96% of global electricity consumption (and 100% of U.S. and European electricity) was covered by renewable energy sources. The company procures Energy Attributable Certificates (EACs) through various mechanisms, favouring Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) that add new clean energy to the grid. As of December 31, 2025, Equinix has executed 29 PPAs in 12 countries, bringing its total portfolio to 1,472 MW of new wind and solar capacity across Australia, Brazil, Finland, France, India, Italy, Japan, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden and the United States. The goal is 100% clean and renewable energy coverage by 2030.
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Equinix aims to have data centers certified to green buildings and energy management certifications including USGBC LEED, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, BCA Green Mark, U.S. EPA Energy Star for Data Centers and others. As of 2025, 32.4 million gross sq. ft. (98.7% of global footprint) is in operation with green buildings and energy management certifications. Within the U.S., 100% of footprint is under certification, with 16.6% achieving U.S. EPA Energy Star for Data Centers status. Data centers receiving green building ratings in 2025 covered 1,278,460 gross sq. ft. across Barcelona, Dublin, Istanbul, Johor Bahru, London, Silicon Valley, Tokyo and Washington, D.C.
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As part of its commitment to customers, Equinix provides Green Power Reports (GPRs) detailing customers' electricity consumption, renewable energy coverage and carbon footprint related to their Equinix deployments. In 2025, Equinix launched a self-service tool allowing customers to directly download their GPRs. The company also introduced Customer Water Reports (CWRs) providing allocated water withdrawal and Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) metrics for every site that uses water for cooling. These tools enable customers to measure and reduce their own Scope 3 / downstream emissions from data center operations.
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Equinix targets energy savings of 197 GWh/year from green-bond-funded efficiency projects across its 273-data-center, 77-market footprint. Power procurement and on-site generation are core to scaling capacity sustainably.
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In 2025, Equinix strengthened its climate risk assessment by introducing a quantitative model and expanding the scope of risks analyzed (TCFD-aligned).
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Equinix's Future First sustainability strategy advances power partnerships with leading energy companies to develop reliable, sustainability-minded electricity—including expanded utility arrangements, on-site generation technologies, and next-generation nuclear energy—to support global data centers. Green Bond allocations of $2.3B across 151 projects in 31 countries have supported 1.9 million MWh of renewable energy generation and are expected to yield 197 GWh of annual energy savings.
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Equinix announced partnerships to develop on-site generation technologies and next-generation nuclear energy as part of its long-term power strategy to support data center scale, efficiency and resiliency.
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Announced power strategy partnerships including expanded utility arrangements, on-site generation technologies and next-generation nuclear energy to support global data centers.
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2024· 6 events
As of 2024, Equinix achieved a 10% absolute reduction in operational GHG emissions (Scope 1 + Scope 2 market-based) from a 2019 baseline year, despite significant business growth.
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In 2024, Equinix's 2040 long-term science-based target was approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Goals include 100% clean and renewable energy coverage by 2030 and net-zero GHG across value chain by 2040.
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Energy, renewable energy, and GHG emissions (Scope 1, 2 and 3) are independently assured to ISO 14064-3:2019 Standards for the quantification and reporting of GHG emissions. Calendar year 2025 data will be published in Q2 2026 sustainability report.
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Operational efficiency is measured through PUE, Equinix's primary performance indicator. In 2024, achieved annual average operational PUE of 1.39, a 6% improvement from 2023 despite an expanded portfolio. An Energy Efficiency Center of Excellence drives global improvements from lighting and airflow management to efficient cooling innovations.
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In 2024, Equinix updated its Green Finance Framework to broaden its focus, incorporating projects that advance decarbonization, resource efficiency and climate resilience, while also tightening eligibility criteria with more rigorous qualification requirements.
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In 2024, Equinix's 2040 long-term science-based target was approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), covering net-zero GHG emissions across the value chain. The company was first in the industry to set approved near-term SBTs.
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2023· 24 events
Conducted first triennial assessment to identify and understand inherent risks across supply chain.
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2023 was the first year reporting on WUE; annual average WUE of 1.07 across global portfolio, 1.63 for water-cooled sites.
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Achieved highest CDP climate change ranking score for the second consecutive year.
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Invested $78M in energy efficiency in 2023, achieving 8.8% PUE improvement YoY to 1.42 annual average. Demand reduction from efficiency investments roughly 7,600 kW annually. Operational focus on improving cooling and power infrastructure efficiency at IBX/xScale sites.
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Future First strategy explicitly calls out expanding attention to embodied carbon in the value chain with a focus on building construction and infrastructure materials. 25% of qualified Scope 3 emissions (categories 1 and 2 — purchased goods and capital goods) are covered by supplier-set science-based targets.
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4,000 MWh of recovered heat exported to communities in 2023, putting waste heat from data centers back to use in district heating networks.
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Executed 21 Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) to date across Australia, France, Iberia, the Nordics and the U.S.—including 15 PPAs signed in 2023 alone. Once operational, these projects are expected to generate more than 3,000,000 MWh of clean energy.
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Scope 1 emissions decreased from 40,300 mtCO2e in 2022 to 29,000 mtCO2e in 2023 (-28%), primarily driven by an overall reduction in refrigerant leakages due to focused efforts across operations, alongside management of on-site diesel for backup generation and natural gas heating.
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Equinix offers Green Power Reports (GPRs) to customers, enabling them to claim renewable energy coverage and quantify GHG emissions for their footprint in Equinix data centers. GPRs are based on GHG Protocol; deployments covered 100% with renewable energy result in a net-zero market-based CEF for electricity at those sites — directly decarbonising customer Scope 2 / Equinix downstream leased asset emissions.
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Equinix maintained 96% renewable energy coverage globally in 2023 — the sixth consecutive year above 90%. Strategy is to scale renewable energy purchasing globally to reach 100% coverage by 2030 (RE100). Renewable portfolio mix in 2023: Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs) 46%, supplier green power 39%, PPAs 10%, grid renewable supported by EACs 1%. Executed 21 PPAs to date (15 signed in 2023) across Australia, France, Iberia, Nordics and US; 225 MW operational today and 838 MW to be developed 2024-2029, expected to generate >3,000,000 MWh of clean energy.
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Equinix aligns its Future First strategy to nine UN Sustainable Development Goals: SDGs 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13 and 15.
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Executed 21 PPAs to date (15 signed in 2023 alone) across Australia, France, Iberia, Nordics and US. Over 1 GW of PPAs with 225 MW operational and 838 MW to be developed 2024-2029, expected to generate >3,000,000 MWh of clean energy when operational.
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Scope 1 emissions fell from 50,700 mtCO2e (2021) to 40,300 (2022) to 29,000 (2023) — a 28% YoY reduction. Primary driver: focused operational efforts to reduce refrigerant leakages across HVAC equipment, alongside diesel backup generation and natural gas heating reductions.
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Equinix achieved CDP's Climate Change A List rating for the second consecutive year — highest ranking score.
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Equinix maintained 96% renewable energy coverage in 2023 — the sixth consecutive year above 90%. The 2023 electricity mix breaks down as: Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs) 46%, supplier green power 39%, PPAs 10%, grid renewable energy supported by EACs 1%, brown power 4%. To 2030 the firm is shifting the mix toward higher-quality procurement: 21 PPAs signed to date (15 in 2023 alone) across Australia, France, Iberia, Nordics and US, totalling over 1 GW with 225 MW operational and 838 MW under development 2024-2029. Member of RE100 and Clean Energy Buyers Alliance (CEBA).
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Long-term goal to achieve 100% renewable energy coverage by 2030. Equinix maintained 96% coverage in 2023, the sixth consecutive year above 90%.
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The 2023 report does not disclose a carbon removals strategy (no DAC, BECCS, biochar, or afforestation programme described). Equinix's decarbonisation pathway is built around renewable energy procurement (to drive Scope 2 market-based emissions toward zero) and operational efficiency (PUE improvement), not removals or offsets.
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2023 was the first year Equinix reported Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE), with an annual average of 1.07 across global portfolio (1.63 for evaporative-cooled sites). Water tracking covers 88% of global data center portfolio with plans to expand.
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Largest decarbonisation lever — renewable energy purchases reduced Scope 2 by 2,571,700 mtCO2e in 2023 (from 2,610,200 location-based to 234,100 market-based). Americas and EMEA are at 100% renewable coverage; APAC at 81% is the primary gap, driving 98% of remaining market-based Scope 2 emissions.
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4,000 MWh of recovered heat exported back to communities in 2023 — putting waste heat from data center operations to use as a district heating input, a circular contribution to local energy systems.
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Conducted first triennial assessment to identify and understand inherent human rights risks across the supply chain.
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$78M invested in energy efficiency in 2023, yielding ~7,600 kW annual demand reduction. Global annual average PUE improved 8.8% from 1.46 (2022) to 1.42 (2023), continuing the trend from 1.54 in 2019. Transitioning to PUE1 (12-month rolling average) reporting.
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25% of qualified Scope 3 emissions (Categories 1 and 2 — purchased goods and capital goods) are now covered by supplier-set science-based targets. CDP Supplier Engagement Leader for the third consecutive year. Engaging suppliers to set climate targets is a stated forward priority.
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Forward-looking commitment to expand attention to embodied carbon in the value chain, with a focus on building construction and infrastructure materials. Acknowledged as a growing area given continued portfolio expansion (260 IBX and xScale data centers, 9 new in 2023).
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2022· 51 events
As of end of 2022, Equinix had 595 MW of power purchase agreements: 225 MW operational and 370 MW in development. Additionally, 3 VPPAs in Europe (129 MW new wind capacity in Finland) were recently executed.
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Equinix achieved 96% global renewable energy coverage in 2022, its fifth consecutive year above 90%. The 2022 electricity mix was 43% EACs, 40% supplier green power, 12% PPAs, 1% grid renewable with EACs, and 4% brown power. Equinix holds 595 MW of PPAs under long-term contract (225 MW operational, 370 MW in development). The company is an RE100 member and targets 100% renewable energy coverage by 2030.
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Shutting down of on-site natural gas based cogeneration facility at MX1 was a primary driver for Scope 1 emissions decrease in 2022, alongside reductions in refrigerant leakages.
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Equinix has completed 10 Whole Building Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) as of end of 2022 to drive carbon-informed design and construction decisions. Future strategy expands attention to embodied carbon across building construction and infrastructure.
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$45M invested in 2022 toward energy efficiency, yielding ~8,200 kW annual demand reduction. PUE improved from 1.54 (2019) to 1.46 (2022) — a 5.5% YoY improvement. Equinix is the first digital infrastructure firm to commit to widening operating temperature ranges (Thermal Efficiency Commitment) to further reduce power use.
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Starting 2022, variable cash compensation plan for all VPs and above (including executives) modified to introduce a modifier to short-term incentives based on environmental and diversity objectives.
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Equinix added to CDP Climate Change A List for the first time in 2022.
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In 2022, Equinix opened or acquired 13 new IBX data centers, opened three new xScale data centers via joint ventures, and entered three new markets — increasing facility count to 248.
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In September 2022, Equinix launched The Equinix Foundation with $50M to advance digital inclusion.
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In December 2022, Equinix became the first digital infrastructure company to commit to optimizing overall power use by operating its data centers within wider temperature parameters, expected to improve PUE.
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Equinix pursues carbon-informed design for new builds, completing 10 Whole Building Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) as of end of 2022. As of 2022, 71% of the global footprint (19.1 million gross sq ft) carries green building and energy management certifications including USGBC LEED, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, BCA Green Mark, and U.S. EPA Energy Star. A global LEED Scorecard ensures every new build prioritizes USGBC design and community guidelines. New facilities such as the Paris PA10 incorporate heat recovery technology connected to the Saint-Denis urban heating network.
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Through xScale joint ventures with GIC and PGIM Real Estate, Equinix develops dedicated hyperscale data centers that allow the world's largest cloud providers to consolidate core and access point deployments with a single global provider. These JV facilities are built to Equinix's global sustainability standards including 100% renewable energy targets, green building certifications, and the company's energy efficiency framework. By 2022, the global xScale portfolio exceeded $8 billion across 36 facilities, enabling Equinix to help cloud customers reduce their own carbon footprints via efficient, renewables-powered infrastructure.
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In September 2022, Equinix launched The Equinix Foundation, an employee-driven charitable organization focused on advancing digital inclusion. $50 million was contributed to establish the foundation.
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On August 1, 2022, Equinix completed the acquisition of a data center in Peru from Entel for $80.3 million, further expanding Latin American presence.
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In December 2022, Equinix announced commitment to reduce power use by widening operating temperature ranges within its data centers — the first such commitment in the data center sector. Expected to drive efficiency improvements and enhance PUE over time.
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Starting in 2022, Equinix is holding its broader leadership team financially accountable for achieving both environmental and diversity objectives by implementing a modifier to short-term incentives for VP-level employees and above, including executive officers.
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On April 1, 2022, Equinix completed the acquisition of MainOne Cable Company Ltd., consisting of four data centers plus a subsea cable and terrestrial fiber network in West Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire) for $278.4 million. This entered Equinix into the West African market.
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In 2022, Equinix was added to the CDP Climate Change A List for the first time, reflecting progress on climate commitments, actions and disclosures.
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On May 2, 2022, Equinix completed the acquisition of four data centers in Chile from Entel, a leading Chilean telecommunications provider, for $638.3 million, solidifying Equinix's position as the largest provider of digital services in Latin America.
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23% reduction in operational emissions (Scope 1 + Scope 2 market-based) from a 2019 baseline. Primary drivers in 2022 included reduced refrigerant leakages and shutdown of the on-site natural gas cogeneration facility at MX1. Aligned to validated science-based targets set in 2021.
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Future First strategy aligns with six UN Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 7 (Affordable & Clean Energy), SDG 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).
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19.1 million gross sq ft (71% of global footprint) operates with green building / energy management certifications. 10 Whole Building Life Cycle Assessments completed by end 2022 to drive carbon-informed design and construction. New 2022 certifications include LEED Gold (Genoa, Singapore SG5 LEED Silver/BCA Platinum), LEED Silver (Osaka). Global LEED Scorecard ensures every new build prioritises USGBC guidelines.
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Completed $278.4M acquisition of MainOne in April 2022 - four data centers plus subsea cable and terrestrial fiber network across Nigeria, Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire. First entry into African continent.
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In September 2022, launched The Equinix Foundation, an employee-driven charitable organization with $50M contribution to advance digital inclusion through philanthropic grant-making and strategic partnerships.
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Equinix was the first data center company to commit to 100% renewable energy across its global portfolio, achieving 96% renewable energy coverage in 2022 - its fifth consecutive year over 90%. The 2022 electricity mix is 42% Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs), 40% supplier green power, 12% PPAs, 1% grid renewable supported by EACs, and 5% brown power. Equinix holds 595 MW of PPAs under long-term contract with 225 MW operational (wind in Texas and Oklahoma) and 370 MW in development (including 129 MW of new wind capacity in Finland operational 2024-2026). Member of RE100 and Clean Energy Buyers Alliance (CEBA).
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17% of qualified (Cat 1+2) Scope 3 emissions covered by supplier-set science-based targets, progressing toward near-term SBT 66% supplier engagement target. Recognized as 2022 CDP Supplier Engagement Leader. Engaging suppliers to set climate targets and make supplier diversity commitments is a stated 2023+ priority.
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Completed acquisition of four data centers in Chile from Entel for $638.3M, solidifying Equinix's position as largest provider of digital services in Latin America.
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In December 2022, announced commitment to optimize overall power use by operating data centers within wider temperature parameters - first such commitment in the digital infrastructure sector. Expected to improve power usage effectiveness over time.
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Equinix's near-term climate strategy focuses on operational emissions reductions (23% reduction Scope 1+2 market-based from 2019 baseline) and renewable energy procurement rather than carbon removals or offsets. The report does not disclose any DAC, BECCS, biochar, or nature-based removal commitments. Future strategy mentions expanding attention to embodied carbon in value chain and piloting new data center technologies, but no specific removals pipeline or volumes are disclosed.
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Looking forward, Equinix plans to expand attention to embodied carbon in its value chain with focus on building construction and infrastructure. Issued $4.9B in green bonds (2020-2022) with $3.7B allocated to green buildings, renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. Whole Building LCAs (10 completed) drive embodied carbon-informed design decisions.
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Completed acquisition of one data center in Peru from Entel for $80.3M.
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Goal to scale renewable energy purchasing globally to improve from 96% to 100% by 2030. Equinix was first data center company to commit to long-term 100% renewable energy goal across global portfolio.
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Equinix invested $45M in energy efficiency in 2022, improving average annual PUE by 5.5% to 1.46 from 2021. The Energy Efficiency Center of Excellence drives global cooling efficiency, and the Thermal Efficiency Commitment (announced Dec 2022) will widen operating temperature ranges across data centers - the first such commitment in the sector.
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Equinix offers Green Power Reports (GPRs) to customers, allowing them to claim renewable energy coverage and quantify GHG emissions based on their footprint at Equinix data centers. Calculated to GHG Protocol, GPRs help customers track progress against their own sustainability goals and decarbonise their supply chains by leveraging Equinix's renewable energy procurement.
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Added to Carbon Disclosure Project's Climate Change 2022 A List for the first time, the highest CDP leadership score for climate action and disclosures.
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Largest decarbonisation lever given electricity is Equinix's largest environmental impact. 96% global renewable coverage achieved 2022 via EACs, PPAs and supplier green power. Goal is 100% by 2030 with continued PPA scaling - 595 MW under long-term contract.
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Starting in 2022, Equinix modified variable cash compensation plan for all VPs and above, including executives, with a modifier tied to environmental and diversity objectives.
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Equinix invested $45M in energy efficiency in 2022, delivering ~8,200 kW of annual demand reduction. Global annual average PUE improved 5.5% from 2021 to 1.46 in 2022. The December 2022 Thermal Efficiency Commitment widens operating temperatures across the fleet to further improve PUE.
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Primary drivers for the Scope 1 decrease include focused efforts to reduce refrigerant leakages and the shutting down of the on-site natural gas-based cogeneration facility at MX1.
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Equinix tracks Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) emissions against a 2019 baseline and has achieved a 23% reduction as of 2022, with scope 1 at 40,300 tCO2e and scope 2 market-based at 228,200 tCO2e. The company's Energy Efficiency Center of Excellence drives a global approach to cooling optimization, improving average annual PUE from 1.54 in 2019 to 1.46 in 2022 — a 5.5% improvement from 2021. In 2022, $45M was invested toward energy efficiency initiatives. The December 2022 Thermal Efficiency Commitment to widen data center operating temperature ranges is expected to yield further efficiency gains. Equinix has set a validated SBTi near-term target for Scope 1 and 2, aiming for climate neutrality across global operations by 2030.
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Equinix achieved 96% renewable energy coverage in 2022, its fifth consecutive year above 90%, and targets 100% by 2030. 2022 electricity mix: 43% Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs), 40% supplier green power, 12% PPAs, 1% grid renewable supported by EACs, 4% brown power. Equinix has 595 MW of PPAs under long-term contract (225 MW operational, 370 MW in development) and is an RE100 and CEBA member. Americas and EMEA already at ~100%; Asia-Pacific at 81%.
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Completed 10 Whole Building Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) by end of 2022 to drive carbon-informed design and construction decisions. Forward strategy expands attention to embodied carbon in value chain with focus on building construction and infrastructure.
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Future First strategy aligns with six UN Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 5 (gender equality), 7 (affordable and clean energy), 8 (decent work and economic growth), 9 (industry, innovation and infrastructure), 10 (reduced inequalities) and 13 (climate action).
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Equinix's Scope 3 emissions totalled 1,292,000 tCO2e in 2022, focused primarily on categories 1 (purchased goods and services) and 2 (capital goods). The company has a near-term SBT of 66% supplier engagement — as of 2022, 17% of qualified Scope 3 emissions are covered by supplier-set science-based targets. Equinix offers Green Power Reports (GPRs) to customers to quantify and track their own GHG emissions and renewable energy coverage based on their Equinix footprint, enabling supply-chain greening. The company also leads the European Data Centre Association (EUDCA) on steps toward climate neutrality by 2030.
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Equinix was the first data center company to commit to a long-term goal of 100% renewable energy across its global portfolio and is targeting 100% renewable energy coverage by 2030. In 2022 the company achieved 96% renewable energy coverage — the fifth consecutive year above 90% — through a diversified portfolio: supplier green power (40%), Energy Attribute Certificates/EACs (42%), PPAs (12%), and grid renewable energy supported by EACs (1%). The company holds 595 MW of PPAs under long-term contract (225 MW operational, 370 MW in development), including 3 VPPAs in Europe delivering 129 MW of new Finnish wind capacity. Equinix is a RE100 member and participates in the Clean Energy Buyers Alliance. Green bonds of ~$4.9 billion were issued from 2020–2022 to finance green buildings, renewable energy and efficiency projects.
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The 2022 report does not disclose a removals strategy or volumes of durable removals (DAC, BECCS, biochar) or nature-based offsets. Operational emissions reductions to date have been delivered through renewable energy procurement and efficiency, not removals or offsets.
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Equinix shut down the on-site natural gas cogeneration facility at MX1, contributing to the 21% YoY decline in Scope 1 emissions. Co-Innovation Facility (CIF) in Ashburn pilots clean technologies with partners including Bloom Energy fuel cells, ZutaCore liquid cooling, and Natron sodium-ion batteries. HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) piloted as a diesel backup alternative.
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Renewable energy procurement is the largest lever, taking Scope 2 from 2,405,200 (location-based) down to 228,200 mtCO2e (market-based) in 2022 — a 2.18 Mt reduction. 595 MW PPA portfolio (225 MW operational, 370 MW in development) anchors the long-term strategy alongside supplier green power and EACs.
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Starting 2022, implementing a modifier to short-term incentives for VP-level employees and above tied to environmental and diversity objectives.
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Equinix's Co-Innovation Facility (CIF) testbed in Ashburn partners with Bloom Energy, ZutaCore and Natron Energy to pilot and scale new data center technologies — fuel cells, liquid cooling, sodium-ion batteries — to contribute toward a zero-carbon energy grid.
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17% of Qualified Scope 3 emissions (Categories 1 & 2 — purchased goods and capital goods) are covered by supplier-set science-based targets, in progress toward Equinix's near-term SBT 66% supplier engagement target. Recognized as a 2022 CDP Supplier Engagement Leader.
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2021· 35 events
10M ft² of total data center area certified through USGBC LEED rating system, addressing embodied carbon in new construction.
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In September 2021, Equinix completed acquisition of India operations of GPX Global Systems. In December 2021, announced planned acquisition of MainOne in West Africa. GPX and MainOne are excluded from sustainability reporting boundary unless noted otherwise.
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Equinix achieved 95% renewable energy coverage in FY21 (6,770 GWh out of 7,140 GWh electricity), the fourth consecutive year above 90%. 2021 electricity mix: RECs 45%, supplier green power 37%, VPPAs 13%, brown power 5%. Americas and EMEA reached 100% coverage; Asia-Pacific 76%. Member of RE100, Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA), and US EPA Green Power Partnership.
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Changes in operational boundary include inclusion of 2021 completed sites (BX1, DC21, FR8, LD11x, MC1, ML5, PA9x, SG5, SP5x, SV11, TY12x).
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$4.9B in green bonds issued since 2020, with $2.9B allocated towards green buildings, renewable energy, and efficiency projects.
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Shutdown of on-site natural gas-based cogeneration facility at MX1 drove decrease in Scope 1 emissions, along with refrigerant leak reductions.
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Scope 1 emissions decreased to 50,700 mtCO2e in 2021 (from 55,100 in 2020) driven by shutdown of the on-site natural gas-based cogeneration facility at MX1 and focused efforts to reduce refrigerant leakages across operations.
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Equinix announced a Clean Hydrogen Partnership — a consortium of seven companies — to explore innovative integration of solid-oxide fuel cells, piloting new data center technologies to contribute toward a zero-carbon energy grid.
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Equinix invested $25M in energy efficiency in 2021, achieving an annual average PUE of 1.48 across the global portfolio — a 5.5% improvement from 2020 (1.51) and 1.54 in 2019. Demand reduction from efficiency investments since 2011 totals roughly 47,500 kW annually, including 15,500 kW from 2021 projects.
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Completed acquisition of India operations of GPX Global Systems. GPX excluded from reporting boundary unless noted otherwise.
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In 2021, Equinix committed to becoming climate neutral across global operations by 2030 and set a validated near-term science-based target (SBT) for emissions reduction across global operations and supply chain, aligned with 1.5°C and the Paris Climate Agreement.
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Inclusion of 2021 completed sites (BX1, DC21, FR8, LD11x, MC1, ML5, PA9x, SG5, SP5x, SV11, TY12x) in reporting boundary.
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Launched Sustainable Water Management Program in 2021 to track water usage at data centers, establishing 2021 Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) baseline.
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Equinix achieved 95% renewable electricity coverage globally in 2021 — the fourth consecutive year above 90% — toward its RE100 goal of 100%. The 2021 mix was 45% RECs, 37% supplier green power, 13% VPPAs, with only 5% brown power. Americas and EMEA reached 100% coverage; Asia-Pacific reached 76% (1,119 of 1,474 GWh). The strategy is to scale renewable purchasing globally and improve quality of contracts (more VPPAs/PPAs vs. RECs).
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Announced planned acquisition of MainOne, a leading West African data center and connectivity solutions provider. Excluded from reporting boundary unless noted otherwise.
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In June 2021, Equinix became the first data center company to commit to being climate neutral globally by 2030, backed by science-based targets.
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Equinix is expanding attention to carbon embedded in its supply chain, including building construction and infrastructure (capital goods). Scope 3 emissions reported include Capital Goods and Purchased Goods & Services. Supplier ESG program is procurement-led, with engagement on supplier climate target-setting.
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Equinix has issued $4.9B in green bonds since 2020, with $2.9B allocated toward green buildings, renewable energy and efficiency projects, funding the decarbonisation roadmap.
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Equinix provides Green Power Reports (GPRs) to customers and partners, calculated per the GHG Protocol, enabling them to claim renewable energy coverage and quantify their Scope 3 emissions from colocation. Deployments covered 100% with renewable energy receive a net-zero market-based emissions factor.
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Equinix established science-based targets in 2021 against a 2019 baseline; achieved 23% reduction in operational (Scope 1+2 market) emissions by 2022.
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In June 2021, Equinix became the first company in the data center industry to commit to being climate neutral globally by 2030, backed by science-based targets for emissions reductions.
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Second year in a row at A- level CDP Climate Change score, demonstrating leadership and transparency on climate risk.
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$25M invested in efficiency projects in 2021. Annual average PUE improved 5.5% from 2020 to 2021, reaching 1.48 globally. Demand reduction from efficiency investments since 2011 totals ~47,500 kW annually, including 15,500 kW from projects completed in 2021.
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Announced Clean Hydrogen Partnership consortium of seven companies to explore innovative integration of solid-oxide fuel cells as alternative to diesel backup generation.
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Validated science-based target for operations and supply chain emissions.
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For 2019 and 2020, Equinix reported FERA (fuel and energy related) location-based emissions but elected to report FERA market-based emissions moving forward as it better reflects Equinix operations. 2019 and 2020 Scope 3 totals were adjusted to reflect FERA market-based.
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Equinix received a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index and was recognized as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality.
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In 2021, Equinix and EU data center industry committed to advancing initiatives beyond renewable energy and energy efficiency, including water efficiency, waste reduction, and circular economy principles to achieve climate neutrality by 2030.
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Scope 1 decreased from 55,100 to 50,700 tCO2e in 2021, driven by shutdown of the on-site natural-gas cogeneration facility at MX1 and focused efforts to reduce refrigerant leakages across operations.
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Validated science-based target for operations and supply chain emissions.
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In 2021, Equinix committed to becoming climate neutral across global operations by 2030 and set a validated near-term science-based target (SBT) for emissions reduction across global operations and supply chain. Target aligned with 1.5°C Paris Agreement.
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SBTi-aligned near-term targets established in 2021 covering Scope 1, 2 and supplier-engagement (66% of qualified Cat 1+2 Scope 3 suppliers to set SBTs); 2019 baseline; 23% reduction across Scope 1+2 market-based achieved by 2022.
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Equinix's ambitions align with six UN Sustainable Development Goals: 5 (Gender Equality), 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), 13 (Climate Action).
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Equinix elected to report FERA (fuel- and energy-related activities) market-based emissions moving forward as it better reflects operations. 2019 and 2020 Scope 3 totals adjusted accordingly.
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Equinix's Scope 3 inventory captures capital goods and purchased goods & services (the largest categories), alongside FERA, business travel, employee commuting and waste. The firm is engaging suppliers on setting climate targets through a procurement-led Supplier ESG program, and is expanding attention to embodied carbon in building construction and infrastructure.
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2020· 13 events
Equinix issued $2.5B+ in bonds including $1.35B in green bonds to drive investments in six categories including green buildings, energy efficiency and water consumption.
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Equinix recognized with CDP A- rating and EPA's 2020 Green Power Partner of the Year award.
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17.7M square feet green certified, covering 69% of global data center footprint. Equinix completed three whole-building life cycle analyses of embodied carbon in core, shell and roof materials. Green bond proceeds dedicated to green buildings investments.
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Equinix demonstrates data center innovations and efficiency concepts at the Customer Innovation Facility (CIF) in Ashburn, VA, testing technologies to drive data center efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
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Equinix acquired 13 IBX data centers from Bell Canada in 2020, plus Axtel Mexico sites (MX1, MX2, MO2) included in operational boundary. MX1 added natural-gas cogeneration facility driving Scope 1 increase.
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In 2020, Equinix committed to pursuing Science-based Targets as part of its bold sustainability agenda.
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Equinix provides customers colocated in its data centers with custom Green Power Reports (GPRs) based on the GHG Protocol, enabling customers to claim renewable energy coverage and quantify GHG emissions in their own supply chains. All deployments covered 100% renewable result in net zero market-based CEF for electricity at those sites.
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In 2020, Equinix updated its Business Partner Code of Conduct to formalize supplier ESG requirements. Embarked on digital transformation of supply chain management; future focus on managing value chain emissions and embodied carbon in supply chain (FERA, capital goods, purchased goods now in Scope 3 inventory).
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MX1 (acquired Axtel site) added to operational boundary with onsite natural gas-based cogeneration, primary driver for Scope 1 increase from 40,700 to 55,100 mtCO2e in 2020.
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Equinix invested $14M to launch global Energy Efficiency Center of Excellence, with $130M+ cumulative energy efficiency investment since 2011 delivering 32MW demand savings (32,000 kW annually, 8,000 kW from 2020 projects). PUE reduced from 1.61 in 2015 to 1.51 in 2020 (12-month rolling). Resulted in 2.6M mtCO2e cumulative avoided emissions, 642,000 mtCO2e in 2020 alone.
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Equinix added/expanded Scope 3 categories in 2020 including Purchased Goods & Services, Capital Goods, FERA, Waste, Rail business travel, and work-from-home employee commuting. Updated 2019 inventory retroactively.
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Equinix achieved >90% renewable coverage for global data center energy consumption in 2020 (5,840 GWh out of 6,460 GWh total, 91%). Regional coverage: Americas 93%, APAC 74%, EMEA 98%. Mix includes VPPAs (15%), RECs (39%), Supplier Green Power (37%), with 9% brown power remaining. Equinix is an RE100 member and partner in REBA (Renewable Energy Buyers Alliance), targeting 100% renewable. Market-based methodology applies 0 mtCO2e/MWh factor for 180 data centers worldwide.
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Equinix joined the EU Climate-Neutral Data Centre Operator Pact, committing to EU data center carbon neutrality by 2030.
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