The number of data centers worldwide has been growing rapidly, driven by the increasing demand for digital services and cloud computing.
To help organizations choose the right data center based on their specific needs is the Uptime Institute’s four-tier classification system—a globally recognized standard for evaluating data center performance and reliability.
As a guide to her feature in POWER Environmental’s Currents newsletter, Air Quality Engineer Kendalle Martin breaks down the four tiers, illustrating the key components and methods used to power data centers.
Article originally published in the Spring 2025 issue of Currents. Subscribe today to stay current on environmental insights and regulatory updates that impact your project.