Reduces generators ’ greenhouse gas emissions by an average of 90 % and helps customers meet their sustainability targets .

By switching to Neste MY Renewable Diesel , Verne expects to reduce backup generator greenhouse gas emissions by an average of 90 % over the life cycle of the fuel when compared to fossil diesel . This initiative is part of the company ’ s commitment to minimise the environmental impact of its data centre operations and to make it easier for customers to meet their sustainability goals .

Neste ’ s renewable diesel is a Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil ( HVO ) made from 100 % renewable raw materials , such as animal fat from food industry waste , used cooking oil and various waste and residues from vegetable oil production .

With a similar chemical composition to fossil diesel , Verne can make the switch to renewable diesel without any modifications to its infrastructure .

Crucial for Verne ’ s Finnish operations , renewable diesel is also better suited to very cold weather conditions than fossil diesel . It can be stored in temperatures as low as -32 ° C with better start-up and throttle response . Importantly for backup power

– which is only required during outages to primary power sources – it can also be stored over long periods without deterioration in quality or water accumulation .

“ Verne ’ s mission is to provide data centre services that don ’ t cost the earth and this switch to renewable diesel is a key milestone for the company and our customers , as it means we will be able to eliminate fossil fuels from our operations in Finland ,” said Kim Gunnelius , Head of Finland at Verne .

“ While our backup generators are only deployed in the event of an extended power failure – which is thankfully extremely rare due to Finland ’ s highly reliable grid – they are tested regularly , so it is important we minimise the impact they have on the environment . As well as helping us reduce GHG emissions , Neste ’ s renewable diesel works very effectively at cold temperatures so is the ideal solution for our Finnish operations ,” added Gunnelius .

Joni Pihlström , Vice President , Marketing & Services , B2B Sales at Neste , said : “ Collaboration is key when we are taking the necessary steps to fight climate change . Verne , as one of the pioneers in its industry , is working towards a more sustainable future , and we are excited to be a trusted partner supporting its journey . This partnership showcases the ease of switching from fossil fuel to Neste ' s lower-emission renewable diesel that can be done without compromising the performance or the reliability of data centre operations .” �

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