as the AI Revolution accelerates companies are rapidly expanding their infrastructure by building massive data centers these facilities not only support the backbone of global connectivity but they also Drive advancements in cloud computing big data analytics and artificial intelligence so for today's video I'm counting down the 15 biggest data centers in the world starting with number 15 the switch supernap in Nevada one of the world's largest data centers owned by switch stands as a digital giant it's located in Las Vegas it avoids natural disasters and it's set for a significant expansion across a thousand acres this $1 billion project aims to solidify Nevada as the most digitally connected state in the United States this expansion includes deploying over 500 miles of fiber optic cables connecting Reno Las Vegas Los Angeles and San Francisco data will travel between Reno and Las Vegas in just 7 milliseconds providing 50 million people access to data within 14 milliseconds switch it Incorporated founded in 2000 by Rob Roy develops and operates the supernap data center facility Roy acquired a former Enron facility in Nevada in 2002 for about 930 Grand and he leveraged its strategic position over Fiber Optic Cables by 2008 switch had constructed its first supernap facility a $350 million investment the core campus in Las Vegas comprises 11 data centers spanning over 2 million square ft and once completed it's going to cover more than 2. 3 million square ft with 12 buildings oh and power for these facilities will come from two solar generation projects switch Station 1 and two producing over 179 megaw of power in 2015 switch announced a $4 billion expansion to build a new data center campus east of Reno The Citadel campus at Tahoe Reno industrial center spans over a th000 acres and it expected to exceed 7.2 million square ft upon completion the First Data Center on this campus AO Reno number one opened in 2017 covering more than 1.3 million square ft with substantial power and cooling capacity but more on that a bit later number 14 Quincy data center in Quincy Washington a typical agricultural town a different kind of growth thrives among the farmlands and hay bales data centers five major operators including into it Microsoft sabii data centers Vantage data centers and Yahoo have established sign significant operations here Microsoft in particular boasts a sprawling campus with multiple data centers expanding to 270 Acres with the new generation 5 data center now originally these data Halls contained 18 rows of it equipment consuming over 2 and 1 12 megawatt of power today the same Halls are half empty but still draw the same power now equipped with more efficient servers that provide greater resource availability traditional cooling techniques like hot aisle and cold aisle containment are employed in these early facil facilities and they'll continue into newer Generations Innovations like ocp compliant racks and white painted Hardware further reduce temperatures within the data centers the evolution of these data Halls illustrates a significant shift more powerful servers and improved designs leading to better performance without increasing the physical footprint the blend of traditional and modern cooling methods ensures optimal temperatures while strategic choices in hardware and design enhance the overall efficiency this ju to position of cutting Tech and a rural Farm toown highlights the transformative impact of data centers on both the local landscape and the broader Tech infrastructure number 13 Phoenix 1 data center the Phoenix 1 data center originally constructed in 2005 for L Nature's beverages found a new purpose after the company filed for bankruptcy before fully occupying the building spanning over 530,000 Square ft it includes over 880,000 ft of Premium office space allowing in data centers to utilize the site as both a Data Center and its corporate headquarters Tate a company known for its raised flooring products completed its largest single data center installation at Phoenix 1 with a raised floor area covering more than 460,000 sare ft power and cooling systems are placed in equipment galleries along the facility's perimeter and on raised mezzanine providing extensive clear raised floor collocation space Phoenix 1's first phase includes four separate data center pods each offer offering about 45,000 ft of space now the facility features 126,000 ft of data floor space 6 6 mwatt vaults a Class A office space with its two-story structure and the total critical it load is 36 megaw each Vault has an npl1 redundancy with four 2 megawatt uninterrupted power supply modules per 6 megawatt capacity the facility also has 24-hour fuel storage capacity and offers power densities up to 22 KW per rack alongside renewable energy options now the cooling is managed by air cooled chillers with airide economizers this fan coil wall cooled designs with hot Isis containment and N plus1 redundancy in the vaults additionally a dedicated modular chiller plant with a closed loop water cooling system enhances its overall efficiency for fire protection the data center uses the Onyx work system for centralized control and monitoring a dual interlock nitrogen filled pre-action dry pipe fire suppression system and an aspiration smoke detector system for Rapid detection and response number 12 the cw1 Newport campus Vantage acquired Next Generation data in 2020 a facility originally opened in 2010 at the former LG semicon plant in Newport ngd is one of the largest data centers in Europe boasting a private connection to the UK's super grid with up to 180 megaw of power sourced entirely from renewable energy located in Marshfield near Cardiff the facility harnesses renewable energy from Wales Diner wig Dam Britain's largest hydroelectric power plant the data center benefits from its dedicated substation with the direct connection to the 400 kilovolt super grid bypassing the traditional distribution Network this setup ensures cheaper cleaner and more reliable power as a tier 3 plus facility ngd features comprehensive uninterrupted power supplies backup generation and fully redundant power the data center offers customized cooling solutions and the local climate supports free air cool for much of the year ngd is sock 1 2 and three compliant as well as PCI DSS certified ensuring security and compliance standards the facility is noted for its industry-leading pues and offers Class A amenities including Premier office space and conference rooms the site's focus on 100% renewable energy underscores its commitment to its own sustainability this combination of infrastructure energy and compliance makes ngd a leading choice for data center services in Europe number 11 nap of the Americas the network access point of the Americas also known as mi1 is a massive six-story 750,000 ft Data Center and internet exchange point in Miami Florida operated by equinex located at 50 Northeast 9th Street in downtown Miami it's one of the world's largest data centers and ranks among the most interconnected data centers in the US this facility is a critical hub for data traffic serving 160 Network carriers and providing a pathway for data from the Caribbean South and Central America to over 150 countries it houses one of the K roots of the domain name system the DNS system enhancing Global Internet infrastructure built 32 ft above sea level the nap of the Americas is designed to endure Category 5 hurricane winds and this data center offers access to 15 subc cable Landings and supports the US Department of state's diplomatic telecommunications service initially built to be major hub for Network traffic between the US and Latin America the facility was known as Verizon teramar operated by terramark worldwide a Verizon communications subsidiary in 2016 equinex acquired the building for about $3.6 billion transforming it into the Miami International Business exchange data facility also known as equinex mi1 ibx this facility now provides direct peer access to over 600 equinex customers including more than 160 Enterprise and 35 networks cloud and IT services such as Amazon web services Microsoft Azure Google Cloud platform IBM cloud and Oracle constructed in 2001 the nap of the Americas serves as a centralized infrastructure utilized by over 183 networks it holds a tier three class facility designation with redundant power and cooling its power is ensured by 12 high-tech continuous Power Systems offering a transfer rate 10 times better than typical battery-based UPS systems it it features a medium voltage switch gear fed by three independent 13,200 volt feers built outside the FEA 500-year flood zone the building structure includes 7-in thick steel reinforced concrete exterior panels designed to withstand Category 5 hurricane winds currently the nap supports data exchange for over 160 Global carriers including companies like new Services voxility Local web and Panama T utilizing its racks and servers number 10 the Utah data Center the Utah data center situated near Bluffdale Utah stands as a Bastion of data storage designed to house a staggering amount of information for the United States intelligence Community with a projected capacity of several exobytes or more the facility serves as a critical component of the comprehensive National cyber security initiative although the specs of its Mission remain shrouded classified by the NSA completed in May of 2014 at a staggering cost of $1.5 billion UDC sprawls across a vast expanse providing 1 and 1.2 million square ft of space within this colossal structure 100,000 sare ft is dedicated solely to Data Center operations while the remaining 900,000 accommodate technical support and administrative functions its construction was projected to cost between 1 and2 and $2 billion with additional expenses estimated at another 2 billion for Hardware software and maintenance to sustain all its operations the UDC is expected to consume a a staggering 65 megaw of electricity annually translating to an annual expenditure of approximately $40 million moreover its cooling system reliant on open evaporation methods is forecasted to devour a staggering 1.7 million gallons of water daily despite the size the UDC has not been without its challenges during the final stages of construction the project encountered some significant electrical issues including a massive power surge that damaged critical equipment leading to a year-long delay critics have raised concerns about the udc's capabilities suggesting that it could potentially process vast quantities of communications data including private emails cell phone calls and internet searches as well as other personal information in response NSA officials have vehemently denied allegations of unlawful surveillance emphasizing that the center's activities adhere to legal and Regulatory Frameworks however revelations in April of 2009 regarding the NSA large-scale overc collection of domestic Communications raised a few questions about the agency's activities while officials attributed these actions to unintentional errors they acknowledged that corrective measures had been implemented number nine bonhoff data center Sweden's bonhoff data center officially opened in September 11th 2008 and the company continues to use the facility today instead of opting for fun foosball tables and Ballistic ball pits the bonhof data center looks like a Bondville in secret underground lair the building's concealed under a mountain and it's secured by a 15-in thick door and can only be reached by an entrance tunnel due to all these features the data center here can even withstand a hydrogen bomb this data center is also a collocation center and in 2010 Wikileaks used its collocation services to store its servers it's an important place and much more than just an office so how do the designers pull off such an epic office well the Swedish Data Center exists in a former nuclear shelter about 100 ft underground the companies preserve the place's Cold War moniker pin White Mountains as well as many of its accoutrements the sign near the entrance reads these doors should be locked at Defcon 1 just imagine being greeted by those words in your first day at work and while an office dug into a mountain may sound pretty austere the staff have added plenty of touches to make it as inviting as possible for a pleasant work atmosphere the facility has simulated daylight conservatories man-made waterfalls and a massive 2600 L saltwater fish tank excess heat created by the servers is recycled into the Local District heating Network making this facility one of the most environmentally friendly data centers across the world there's also the massive insulated circular glass walled room that floats above the ground serving as a conference room which looks like the members of Spectre together to create a world ending plan number eight yat nm1 yat infrastructure cure a subsidiary of the heran andani group recently marked a significant Milestone with the inauguration of India's largest Data Center building yat nm1 the virtual event graced by dignitaries showcased the Grandeur of this state-of-the-art facility located within a sprawling 600 Acre Site in panvel yat nm1 stands as an example of technological advancement it's got prestigious tier 4 data center certification from The uptime Institute making it the largest of its kind in Asia and the second largest globally spanning an impressive 820,000 ft this data center is poised to accommodate up to 7,200 racks with a robust power capacity of approximately 50 megaw strategically positioned near Mumbai yata nm1 enjoys proximity to Major Urban centers enhancing accessibility and connectivity for its clientele as the flagship building within the integrated yata Data Center Park it's just the beginning of an ambitious project once fully developed the yat Data Center Park is slated to Encompass five distinct Data Center buildings collectively offering an impressive capacity of 30,000 racks and over 250 megaw of power consumption the ultr modern infrastructure here is complemented by a highly redundant on-site power system augmented by plans for a captive solar power plant and a gas-based Coen power plant these energy initiatives underscore their commitment to delivering reliable green and costeffective Power Solutions furthermore their infrastructure is not content with just one one Monumental achievement the company's actively pursuing the development of additional data center Parks these upcoming projects aim to rival the scale and scope of the panvel facility with each Park envisioned to accommodate over 20,000 racks and boast around a 200 megawatt power capacity moving on to number seven the Lakeside Technology Center the Lakeside Technology Center is a colossal 1.1 million s ft multi-tenant data center Hub it's owned and operated by digital reality Trust now it was initially constructed by the RR Donnelly company to house printing presses for Publications like the yellow book and Sears catalog but this facility underwent a transformation in 1999 transitioning into a telecom focused space today it stands as one of the Globes Premier carrier hotels serving as the central nervous system for Chicago's bustling commodity markets attracting a diverse array of tenants including financial institutions Lakeside Technology Center has a robust infrastructure with four fiber volts and three electric power feeds the facility has an impressive power capacity exceeding 100 megaw making it the second largest power consumer for the Commonwealth Edison just behind O'Hare International Airport Central to the facility's operations is its cooling system featuring an 82 million gallon tank of refrigerated brine likee liquid this massive tank not only supports their cooling needs but also serves as the thermal energy storage for the Metropolitan pier and Exposition Authority encompassing nearby landmarks like the McCormack Place Exposition Center and the Hyatt Regency Hotel the Lakeside Technology Center stands as an example to the evolution of infrastructure it seamlessly Blends historical industrial roots with cuttingedge technology to create a thriving ecosystem for data Centric Enterprises with its strategic location robust infrastructure and Innovative cooling solutions Lakeside continues to play a pivotal role in Chicago's digital landscape fostering connectivity innovation and economic growth number six Apple's Mesa data center Apple's Mesa data center in Arizona stands as an investment in the tech Giants infrastructure with a staggering $2 billion dollar funneled into the development of this sprawling 1.3 million ft facility situated at 3740 South signal but Road in Mesa the center serves as a critical Cog in Apple's global data Network at the heart of the data Center's operations lies a commitment to efficiency and reliability this location enables Apple to effectively manage and disseminate a plethora of services including iCloud the App Store Apple Maps Apple music Apple pay Apple TV plus iMessage and Siri among others the facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and expansive infrastructure and it's well positioned to meet devolving needs ensuring uninterrupted service now notably their dedication to sustainability shines through in its approach to powering the Mesa data center a 300 acre solar power plant in Florence Arizona generates renewable energy to offset a significant portion of its power consumption now beyond the technological prow the data center also serves as a beacon of economic revitalization for the region originally developed by First Solar Incorporated the facility is undergone Transformations under Apple's stewardship and despite Apple's pension for secrecy regarding the intricacies of its Ops glimpses into the Mesa data center reveal a hive of activity with 150 employees Manning the global data Command Center and 10-hour shifts the facility operates around the clock to ensure seamless operations number five iron mountain underground when it comes to the hills of Western Pennsylvania there's more that meets the eye an unexpected site disrupts the Serene landscape of Butler County a high chainlink fence crowned with razor wire marks the entrance to a unique facility that conceals its Secrets beneath the earth's surface this is iron Mountain's main archive facility located within a sprawling 1,000 acre abandoned Limestone mine covering 145 Acres the facility's main archive plunges 22 stories down creating an elaborate Subterranean honeycomb among the corridors and red steel doors embedded in the rock face room 48 emerges as an experiment in data center Energy Efficiency operating for a mere 6 months this room serves as iron mountains lab for optimizing use of geothermal conditions unlike traditional data centers room 48 isues the raised floor concept networking wires float above server racks drawing cooling benefits from the Limestone walls and vents attached to the ceiling mounted red spiral Ducks the HVAC system relies on the Cool Waters of an underground Lake spanning hundreds of Acres natural light penetrates the room through an extended ceiling tube strategically designed to minimize Heat this ingenious design allows the 55° Limestone roof to absorb excess heat preventing its accumulation in the 4,100 ft space now Charles doy Iron Mountain vice president of engineering guides visitors through this Subterranean level sharing his knowledge of molecular chemistry and mineral properties with 37 years of experience in the tunnels of this former mine doy is on a Perpetual quest to refine the perfect environment for storing both paper and electronic records the underground as it's aptly named by employees houses various amenities including a cafe and a fire department with three engines a network work of golf carts navigates the miles of roadways and tunnels shuttling the 2700 workers including doy who traversed this unique Subterranean world number four Tahoe Reno switch a global leader in data center design supercale Cloud Telecom gateways and energy sustainability has unveiled The Citadel campus the largest and most advanced data center campus in the world located in the Tahoe Reno industrial center next to the Tesla gigafactory this 2,000 acre campus is designed to support up to 7.2 million square ft of data center space and up to 650 megaw of power all powered by 100% renewable energy Tahoe Reno 1 is the First Data Center on this campus and it sets a new standard for scale as the largest collocation data center facility globally with up to 1.3 million square ft and 130 megaw of power capacity The Citadel campus adheres to Advanced standards of switch's tier four gold rated data centers in Las Vegas benefiting from over 260 patents and patent pending claims by founder and CEO Rob Roy Security at this place is Paramount with a 20ft high concrete wall surrounding the site ensuring protection reliability connectivity and sustainability according to Adam Kramer switch's Executive Vice President of strategy the facility represents unlimited possibilities for clients due to its massive scale and power space and connectivity the data centers here are integrated into the switch's Super Loop a 500m multi-terabyte fiber optic Network providing active connectivity to sen Francisco Los Angeles and switches 2 and2 million square ft of data center space in Las Vegas this network ensures resilient always on it infrastructures for continuous business operations with low latency connectivity up to 4 to 7 milliseconds respectively the superloop connects switches clients to over 40 million people in California's Bay Area and Los Angeles area area in under 10 milliseconds renowned Health's president and CEO Dr Anthony slonim emphasizes the importance of switches reliable and secure data center Services 100% uptime And 247 365 security the commitment here to renewable energy aligns with renowned Health's dedication to a healthier Planet the Tahoe Reno facility includes a proprietary Tri redundant UPS power system the switch Shield dual independent of roof decks and 247 365 Network Operation Center access to switch connect and switch safe services this Citadel campus embodies their vision of creating a secure sustainable and ply connected data center number three the Tulip data center the Tulip data center is located in Bangalore India it's got a sprawling 1 million square ft of space and it once held the title as the largest data center outside the US and Asia collaborating with industry giant IBM tulip embarked on a journey to create a Cutting Edge facility that would set new standards in data management and infrastructure IBM's involvement extended Beyond merely consultancy they played a pivotal role in shaping the very foundation of the data center from implementing the advanced cooling solutions to ensuring redundancy across all components IBM's expertise permeates every aspect of this data center one of their standout features is its closed containment cooling system it's a Marvel of engineering that optimizes Energy Efficiency by cooling only the rack compartments rather than the entire room this Innovative approach not only enhances its performance but reduces operational cost it was built in accordance with the rigorous standards set forth by the Telecommunications industry the Tulip data center adheres to outlined in the Tia 942 standard from space layout to cabling infrastructure from redundancy measures to environmental conditions every aspect of the center is meticulously designed in terms of security and safety this data center leaves no stone unturned equipped with state-of-the-art fire suppression system sys surveillance cameras and advanced Access Control measures it provides a secure environment additionally its modular design and infrastructure enable it to cater to a diverse range of clients from large Enterprises to small and medium businesses offering hosting collocation storage and bandwidth Services Beyond its Technical Center this data center also prioritizes client convenience and comfort with a host of amenities including meeting rooms video conferencing facilities and spacious Town Hall area this Center aims to provide a less and enjoyable experience for its clientele number two China Telecom inter Mongolia information Park the world's largest data center is reportedly the China Telecom inner Mongolia information Park a $3 billion facility in Hut operated by Chinese state-owned Communications companies this facility is said to cover an area of 10 million square feet and consume over 150 megawatt of energy across its six data Halls however the actual scope of this data center remains unconfirmed reports about the size of it have not been verified by China Telecom which has neither confirmed nor denied the claims according to Data Center Dynamics satellite photos reveal that the so-called world's largest data center consist of six four-story buildings each approximately 300 ft long and 155 ft wide calculations on these Dimensions show the area of each building is just over 18,000 Square ft resulting in a total area of just over a million square ft for all six buildings well furthermore these satellite images don't provide information on how much of this space is actually used for data management the uncertainty surrounding it is extended to other large data centers in China for instance another large facility also located nearby is claimed to have over 7.6 million square ft however satellite photos don't support this claim similarly data centers operated by China mobile often report their potential maximum size based on planning permits or optimistic projections in Ed for investors rather than their current actual sizes this trend of overestimation and gradual expansion is typical in the industry where companies aim to eventually reach the reported figures in northern China achieving these ambitious targets is challenging due to an oversupply of data centers there's twice as many facilities as the demand requires in the northeastern part of the country making it difficult for companies to keep up with this phenomena though is not unique to China but it's particularly pronounced there due to the rapid expansion expon and state-driven development goals over time as these facilities expand and the market demand catches up the actual capacities May begin to align more closely with the ambitious projections however for now skepticism about the reported sizes of these data centers is warranted number one range International Information group The Range International Information group data center spanning an impressive 6.3 million square ft stands as an example of the technological in L Fong China just south of Beijing this Cutting Edge facility in collaboration between range and IBM serve as an example of China's rapidly evolving technological landscape functioning as a Next Generation cloud computing data center the range International Information group facility is an example of innovation they're teaming up with IBM range develops top tier services to both private Enterprises and Chinese government agencies IBM's contribution encompasses Design Services technology deployment training program programs tailored Solutions and business applications all aimed at empowering users and driving economic growth in the region the collaboration objectives are clear to Foster Economic Development and establish L Fong as a thriving it Hub through this partnership private Enterprises and government agencies gain access to state-of-the-art technology comprehensive training customized Solutions and efficient business applications however such a Monumental undertaking comes with substantial Investments with power consumption projected to reach a potent 150 megawatt despite this range International remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting economic growth the architectural design of this project is equally noteworthy drawing inspiration from the Chinese symbol of Good Fortune the Phoenix it symbolizes resilience and renewal the Phoenix Motif permeates the design with the layout of the project Park mirroring the graceful flights of this mythical bird construction of the range International began in 2011 with the completion slated for 2016 this ambitious timeline underscored the magnitude of the project and the meticulous planning required to bring it to fruition despite the challenges though the range International Information Hub stands poised to make a grand entrance onto the global stage marking a significant milestone in China's technological Journey thanks for watching everyone I'll see you next time thank you to our channel members
