David Watkins

Mar 12, 2024 | datacentrereview.com | David Watkins

How can we prioritise sustainable water use in data centres? David Watkins, Solutions Director at VIRTUS Data Centres, shares his thoughts. At the heart of our digital existence, data centres quietly hold the key to all that we do. From streaming our favourite shows to managing our finances and accessing a world of information, data centres are the silent architects of convenience and connectivity. However, their usage and growth need to be managed both economically and sustainably.

Dec 18, 2023 | lexology.com | David Watkins |Harry G. Hecht |Azadeh Nassiri |Samantha Brady |Gabriel Lim |George Murray | +4 more

The 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN's Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) drew to a late close last week following last minute negotiations over the headline text from the negotiations, the Global Stocktake Text (GST). Below, we summarise the international commitments made in the GST, and consider three significant developments for businesses coming out of COP28: the energy transition, climate finance, the just transition, and the role of nature.

Dec 15, 2023 | digitalinfranetwork.com | David Watkins

by David Watkins, Solutions Director at VIRTUS Data CentresAt the core of our rapidly evolving digital landscape, data centres function quietly, serving as the invisible engines that power our daily routines. Whether we’re streaming our favourite television shows, efficiently managing our finances, or delving into a wealth of information online, data centres silently underpin our modern world, providing the essential infrastructure that enables convenience and uninterrupted connectivity.

Oct 30, 2023 | siliconrepublic.com | David Watkins

According to David Watkins, solutions director at Virtus Data Centres, collaboration and innovation are key to tackling issues of water usage and sustainability in the industry. In the midst of the ongoing digital revolution, the rapid advancements in technology have left an indelible mark on our lives and the way we work. Central to this transformation are data centres, a pivotal component of our digital era.

Aug 2, 2023 | silicon.co.uk | David Watkins

The data centre industry has often been misunderstood by the general public, not just in the UK but around the world. The recent news that Thames Water was looking into the impact of data centres on water supplies, immediately followed by a story on new housing developments potentially being halted by data centre-related electricity capacity issues, clearly demonstrated the lack of general awareness and knowledge of the sector.