Benchmarking: Data Centers

Data Centers

Graphic Results - Charts showing comparative benchmarked metrics for individual data centers.

Site Reports - Summary and detailed information on each data center.

Past benchmarking results are provided in the following site reports (some of which include more than one actual data center). A self-benchmarking tool is also available.

This self-benchmarking guide lists metrics and benchmarks for data centers.

Publications

1. Tschudi, W., P. Rumsey, E. Mills, S. Greenberg. 2005. "Measuring and Managing Energy Use in Data Centers."HPAC Engineering (in press), LBNL/PUB-945.
2. Sartor, D., M.A. Piette, and W. Tschudi. 2000. "Strategies for Energy Benchmarking in Cleanrooms and Laboratory-Type Facilities." Proceedings of the 2000 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings. American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy, Washington, D.C.

Presentations

• Data Center Power Use: A Review of the Historical Data [2004]
• Energy Benchmarking: What's Your Building's Energy IQ? [2003]
• Strategies for Energy Benchmarking in Cleanrooms and Laboratory-Type Facilities [2000]