Teradata said that as a result of its conservation efforts, it now saves 2.5 million kilowatt-hours of energy yearly, which is sufficient to power more than 200 homes for one year.
To achieve a reduction under the energy conservation program, Teradata completed various projects within six months such as: replacing 319 old servers and storage systems, replacaing or eliminating 538 energy-consuming cathode ray tube (CRT) monitors in data center labs, replacing 4,364 fluorescent lamps with high efficiency lamps, and installing variable frequency drives (VFD) and controls on cooling tower fan motors.
SDG&E offers companies financial incentives, design assistance, performance audits and training to build energy-efficiency into their operations.
SDG&E said that its energy management initiatives provide customized systems to help lower electricity and natural gas costs. The energy-efficiency and demand-response initiatives plus relevant equipment are designed to help reduce energy usage; lower operating costs and generate real savings.
Scott Gnau, chief development officer of Teradata, said: “Teradata is committed to sustainable business practices that are good for the environment, while contributing to corporate profitability. Our investment in conservation paid for itself within one year.
”Our customers, investors and communities are increasingly looking to Teradata to identify and adopt innovative green business practices across our business.”
Caroline Winn, vice president of customer services at SDG&E, said: “We are committed to helping all of our customers take a proactive approach to energy conservation. Through our various energy-efficiency incentive programs, we can help customers save energy and put money back in their pocket.”
