Stories by Joe Craparotta

Global Stories

Written by Joe Craparotta

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

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.

By Joe Craparotta • 7 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025

Data centers

Navigating the supply chain for Scope 3 emissions

With data centres shifting to renewables, Scope 3 emissions now represent the largest GHG contributor, posing significant reporting and management challenges.

By Joe Craparotta • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024

Digital Transformation

Artificial Intelligence driving data centres to the edge

The rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping data centres, with investments skyrocketing to USD $25.2 billion in 2023, requiring a transformation in infrastructure.

By Joe Craparotta • 5 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024

Supply Chain

How the transition to lithium-ion batteries for UPS applications will impact sustainability

Transitioning from VRLA to lithium-ion batteries in data centres has clear benefits for sustainability, says Schneider Electric's Joe Craparotta.

By Joe Craparotta • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Aug 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Written by Joe Craparotta

Edge Computing

Jumping off point: Edge computing in retail

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

By Joe Craparotta • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Aug 2018