EU launches green datacentre code of conduct

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Voluntary code requires signatories to embrace energy efficiency, procure greener products and report on energy use

The EU launched a new voluntary code of conduct for datacentre operators yesterday, designed to help them cut energy costs and curb the IT sector's burgeoning carbon footprint. Firms signing up to...

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