In 2024, Akamai worked with the CEBA Colocation Working Group and Future of Internet Power to help continue its mission to streamline and enhance clean energy procurement within the colocation data center sector. Key initiatives included:

• Standardizing Emissions Reporting: The group worked to harmonize GHG accounting practices among colocation providers and their customers, aiming to reduce inconsistencies and improve transparency in emissions reporting.
• Advancing Renewable Energy Adoption: Efforts were made to facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources into colocation facilities, supporting the broader decarbonization goals of the industry.
• Educational Outreach: The working group organized webinars and workshops to educate stakeholders on best practices in clean energy procurement and sustainability within colocation services.
• Policy Advocacy: Engaging with policymakers to advocate for regulations that support clean energy initiatives in the colocation sector was a priority, ensuring that legislative developments align with industry sustainability goals.

These efforts reflect CEBA’s prioritization of fostering collaboration and driving progress toward a carbon-free energy future in the colocation data center industry. Akamai is proud to partner with CEBA in advancing this critical work, actively collaborating with colocation providers to align on best practices for emissions reporting, renewable energy integration, and sustainability initiatives. By working together, we aim to standardize approaches, enhance transparency, and unlock greater opportunities for decarbonization within the colocation sector, reinforcing our shared focus to a sustainable and climate-resilient future.