Climate Change Data

Harlow Operations Ltd.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)

Reporting Period: 2022

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:19,848.02 mtCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:331.23 mtCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:19,516.79 mtCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:1,790.22 mtCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:100%
Total Energy Consumption:101.09 GWh
Water Consumption:13,169,100 litres
Waste Generated:135.55 tonnes
Carbon Intensity:0.19338 kg CO2e/kWh

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Governance
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Community Engagement

Environmental Achievements

  • Procuring 100% renewable power (REGO backed) since 2018.
  • First data centre operator in Europe to transition to renewable HVO fuel for back-up power, eliminating up to 90% of net CO2 in 2021.
  • Achieved an average Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.2 across Technology Suites.
  • Achieved a Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) of 0.41 across Technology Suites.
  • 100% waste diversion from landfill via recycling, reuse, or conversion to green energy.

Social Achievements

  • Maintained zero LTIFR for employees and contractors.
  • Launched a range of online training portals.
  • 90% of employees received professional training in 2022, with 20% receiving ESG-related training.
  • Supported Cambridge Science Centre and UTC Heathrow's 'Digital Futures' program.
  • Launched the Kao Academy to engage KS2 children on data centers.

Governance Achievements

  • All new facilities designed to BREEAM 'Excellent' rating.
  • KLON-01 facility was the first data centre outside of the US to be certified OCP-Ready.
  • Implemented a new Supplier Code of Conduct.
  • Maintained ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22301, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 certifications.
  • Co-created company values and operating principles ('The Kao Way') with employees.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Achieve Net Zero in our business by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
  • Increase the percentage of women managers to 30% by 2025.

Environmental Challenges

  • Data centre industry's impact on the environment.
  • Data centre skills shortage.
  • Managing climate-related physical risks (flooding, fires, water stress, etc.).
  • Ensuring ethical conduct across the value chain.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Commitment to Net Zero operations by 2030.
  • Investing in STEM education and training programs.
  • Proactive risk prevention measures (e.g., site risk assessments, business continuity plan).
  • Implementing a Supplier Code of Conduct with sustainability requirements.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct with sustainability requirements.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Flooding
  • Fires
  • Water stress
  • Subsidence
  • Aviation risk
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: SASB

Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22301, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, BREEAM 'Excellent', OCP-Ready

Third-party Assurance: UKAS

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)
  • 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
  • 13 (Climate Action)
  • 17 (Partnerships for the Goals)

Kao Data's initiatives contribute to these goals through renewable energy use, sustainable design and construction, community engagement, and partnerships.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

  • 2019 Datacloud Global Award (CSR)
  • 2021 DCD Global Award (Data Centre Operations Team of the Year)
  • 2021 Infrastructure Masons Sustainability Champion Award (Paul Finch)