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Joe Craparotta stories

Joe Craparotta is an insightful figure in the intersection of technology and sustainability, particularly with his role at Schneider Electric. His recent contributions focus on advancing sustainable practices in various sectors, especially within data centers and the evolving energy landscape in Australia and New Zealand.

Through his articles, readers can learn about the tangible impacts of transitioning to more sustainable technologies, such as the shift from traditional battery systems to lithium-ion options in data centers. Craparotta emphasizes the importance of making informed decisions that align with long-term sustainability goals, offering a clear perspective on the benefits these changes bring to the environment and business efficiency.

Additionally, his discussions on strategic partnerships, like those with Ingram Micro and GreenSquareDC, illustrate how collaboration in the tech industry can propel sustainability initiatives forward. Readers interested in the fields of edge computing, AI investments, and data center innovation will find valuable insights into how these elements work together to support business growth while being mindful of their environmental footprint.

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AI’s power struggle: The data centre boom and the race for sustainable computing

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
New Zealand's data centre market is projected to soar from USD $1 billion in 2023 to USD $1.56 billion by 2029, driven by surging AI demand and sustainability efforts.
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Navigating the supply chain for Scope 3 emissions

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
With data centres shifting to renewables, Scope 3 emissions now represent the largest GHG contributor, posing significant reporting and management challenges.
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Artificial Intelligence driving data centres to the edge

Mon, 14th Oct 2024
The rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping data centres, with investments skyrocketing to USD $25.2 billion in 2023, requiring a transformation in infrastructure.
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Schneider Electric reshuffles leadership to boost Pacific growth

Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Schneider Electric appoints Joe Craparotta and Farokh Ghadially to VP roles, targeting the booming Pacific cloud, AI, and data centre markets.
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Australian & Kiwi SMBs increase AI investments for growth

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
SMBs in Australia and New Zealand are ramping up AI investments, with nearly half planning major boosts over five years to drive growth and innovation, a survey reveals.
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Schneider Electric becomes founding member of Australian Sustainability Tech Council

Fri, 8th Dec 2023
Schneider Electric joins the newly formed Sustainability Tech Council in Australia; aims to fast-track sustainability efforts.
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Schneider Electric teams up with Ingram Micro for NZ market

Mon, 25th Sep 2023
The formal alliance in New Zealand builds on the work the two companies have done together globally and locally for more than 20 years.
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GreenSquareDC and Schneider Electric to build green data centres

Fri, 22nd Sep 2023
Schneider Electric's technology will be utilised to deliver highly sustainable data centre solutions across GreenSquareDC's regional data centre pipeline.
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Schneider Electric backs new Leading Edge data centre in Australia

Wed, 7th Sep 2022
As a result of the new project, regional Australian businesses and communities will likely have greater access to distributed cloud networks.
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How the transition to lithium-ion batteries for UPS applications will impact sustainability

Fri, 26th Aug 2022
Transitioning from VRLA to lithium-ion batteries in data centres has clear benefits for sustainability, says Schneider Electric's Joe Craparotta.
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Jumping off point: Edge computing in retail

Fri, 10th Aug 2018
The launch of Amazon Australia has disrupted the retail industry, pushing the need for smart digital technologies and edge data centers.