DayOne Data Centres has commenced construction on its inaugural hyperscale data centre in Singapore, located at 21 Jalan Buroh. The 20-megawatt (MW) facility, set to be operational by 2026, will be AI-ready and powered by up to 100% renewable energy. It is poised to be the first in Singapore to trial on-site Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) power generation, marking a significant step towards hydrogen-based energy solutions.
The development is supported by a Power Purchase Agreement with Sembcorp Power, ensuring the facility’s operations are fully covered by renewable energy. Additionally, DayOne has partnered with the National University of Singapore (NUS) for research and development under the Sustainable Tropical Data Centre Testbed Phase 2.0 initiative. This collaboration aims to advance data centre innovation, focusing on efficiency and sustainability in tropical climates.
Jamie Khoo, CEO of DayOne Data Centres, stated, “Our SG1 facility is an important milestone and a contribution to the nation’s ambition of being an AI-ready, sustainable digital economy. Backed by strong public-private collaboration, we’re building infrastructure that is purpose-built for AI workloads, cloud computing, and innovation.”
The facility will incorporate advanced cooling technologies and aims to achieve both LEED Platinum and BCA Green Mark Platinum certifications. This aligns with Singapore’s broader goals to expand data centre capacity and support its National AI Strategy 2.0.
DayOne’s initiative is part of a larger strategy to support digital transformation across Southeast Asia, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable and innovative digital infrastructure.
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