Driving Efficiency in Malaysia’s EcoWorld Data Centre
Location: Shah Alam, Malaysia
Industry: Real Estate
Project Overview
Located in Johor, Malaysia, the EcoWorld-Microsoft Data Center represents a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at meeting Southeast Asia’s growing demand for cloud computing infrastructure. Designed with sustainability at its core, the data centre incorporates advanced cooling systems and modular construction techniques to minimise environmental impact while ensuring scalability for future expansion.
Client Challenge
Tasked with implementing energy-efficient cooling systems for the data centre, our client needed to balance operational efficiency with compliance to stringent green building standards. The project also required innovative construction methodologies to meet tight timelines without compromising quality or sustainability objectives. Ensuring scalability for future technological upgrades added another layer of complexity.
Our Role
We partnered with the client to streamline construction processes through modular procurement strategies that reduced material waste and accelerated timelines. The team conducted performance modelling for various cooling technologies, identifying solutions that optimised energy efficiency while maintaining cost-effectiveness. Additionally, Selma Consulting provided compliance advisory services to align the project with Malaysia’s Green Building Index (GBI) certification requirements.
Outcome
With Selma Consulting’s support, the client successfully implemented an energy-efficient cooling system that reduced operational costs by 25%, exceeding initial performance benchmarks. Modular construction techniques shortened project timelines by 12%, allowing earlier commissioning of critical infrastructure components. The project achieved GBI certification, enhancing its reputation as a sustainable data centre and attracting interest from leading technology firms seeking eco-conscious facilities.
