Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has unveiled SS 715:2025, new standard to support data center operators and users improving the energy efficiency of IT equipment. This step makes Singapore as one of the first in the world to introduce data centre standards for IT energy efficiency in tropics.
The target energy consumption of IT equipment should be at least 30%. This standard requires that IT equipment should be able to operate safely at temperatures up to 35°C
Scope of SS 715:2025
Guidelines for the selection, deployment and operation of the following:
· New installation of systems and equipment;
· Replacement of systems and equipment;
· Replacement of components of systems and equipment.
Type of Equipment:
· server equipment
· storage equipment
· networking equipment
Guidance for developing procedures
· audit existing equipment to maximize available capacity and minimize underutilization;
· log and report utilization data for identifying inefficient energy use;
· optimize energy use and environmental conditions; and
· institute periodic reviews and maintenance.
Press Release date:
13th of August, 2025.
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