Digital Realty Chicago 5
Operated by Digital Realty
Capacity
124.1MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.72
PoorGreen Score
40/ 100
Certifications
1
Nearest IXP
Equinix IX Ashburn
915 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Digital Realty Chicago 5 |
| Operator | Digital Realty |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 124.1 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.72Poor |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.8747, -87.6570 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 380 gCO2/kWhAverage |
| Certifications | SOC 2 |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Unverified |
Connectivity & Network
0
IXPs within 50 km
0
IXPs within 100 km
0
IXPs within 500 km
Nearest Internet Exchange Points
| Name | City | Distance | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equinix IX Ashburn | Ashburn | 915 km | 280 |
| NYIIX New York | New York | 1147 km | 200 |
| DE-CIX New York | New York | 1147 km | 300 |
| DE-CIX Dallas | Dallas | 1293 km | 150 |
| MEX-IX Mexico City | Mexico City | 2722 km | 70 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Below average efficiency, room for improvement
10.3% worse than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
40.3/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇺🇸 US)
Est. Annual CO2
710.5ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇺🇸 United States)
Digital Realty Portfolio
Digital Realty
111 facilities across 14 countries
Total Facilities
111
Countries
14
Facility Types
Countries Present
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Local Market Context
24
Facilities in Chicago
536
Facilities in United States
7
Operators in Chicago
#6
City rank in United States
Chicago ranks #6 in United States by facility count, with 24 data centers operated by 7 providers.
Competitive Landscape in Chicago
Chicago has 24 facilities from 7 operators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Digital Realty Chicago 5?
Digital Realty Chicago 5 is a colocation data center operated by Digital Realty in Chicago, United States, with 124.1 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does Digital Realty Chicago 5 have?
Digital Realty Chicago 5 holds the following certifications: SOC 2.
How efficient is Digital Realty Chicago 5?
Digital Realty Chicago 5 has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.72, which is rated as "poor". This is 10.3% worse than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Digital Realty Chicago 5?
The nearest IXP is Equinix IX Ashburn in Ashburn, located 915 km away with 280 connected participants.