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The EU proposes rules requiring data centers with a capacity of 500+ kW to disclose their energy and water efficiency using an EU-designed labeling system

The European Commission proposed rules on Monday requiring data centres in Europe to disclose how efficiently they use energy and water …

The EU proposes rules requiring data centers with a capacity of 500+ kW to disclose their energy and water efficiency using an EU-designed labeling system

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