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The great thing about Data Centers is that the energy savings are somewhat exponential. Because the savings can be applied across multiple pieces of equipment, although each new piece uses more energy it is also an opportunity to save energy. Also, data centers have a unique advantage in that they are usually shaped in such a way to accommodate the equipment they house. This usually means quite flat and straight lines. This makes it easy to use solar panels, as well as wind-turbine energy to heat/cool the center and it's equipment. I have also seen many large plants and warehouse type buildings upgrading furnace and humidifier parts in order to get the best performance for the energy used.
Carly S.