Google Cloud Zurich 2
Operated by Google Cloud
Capacity
185.9MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.22
GoodGreen Score
87/ 100
Certifications
3
Nearest IXP
SwissIX Zurich
94 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Google Cloud Zurich 2 |
| Operator | Google Cloud |
| Facility Type | Hyperscale |
| Power Capacity | 185.9 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.22Good |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇨🇭 Bern, Switzerland |
| GPS Coordinates | 46.9596, 7.4591 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 30 gCO2/kWhExcellent |
| Certifications | SOC 2ISO 27001PCI DSS |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Verified |
Connectivity & Network
0
IXPs within 50 km
1
IXPs within 100 km
7
IXPs within 500 km
Nearest Internet Exchange Points
| Name | City | Distance | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| SwissIX Zurich | Zurich | 94 km | 250 |
| CIXP Geneva | Geneva | 131 km | 30 |
| TOP-IX Turin | Turin | 211 km | 80 |
| MIX Milan | Milan | 213 km | 350 |
| DE-CIX Frankfurt | Frankfurt | 362 km | 1,100 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Good efficiency, better than industry average
21.8% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
87.1/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇨🇭 CH)
Est. Annual CO2
59.6ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇨🇭 Switzerland)
Google Cloud Portfolio
Google Cloud
61 facilities across 18 countries
Total Facilities
61
Countries
18
Facility Types
Countries Present
Other Google Cloud Facilities
Local Market Context
4
Facilities in Bern
26
Facilities in Switzerland
2
Operators in Bern
#3
City rank in Switzerland
Bern ranks #3 in Switzerland by facility count, with 4 data centers operated by 2 providers.
Competitive Landscape in Bern
Bern has 4 facilities from 2 operators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Google Cloud Zurich 2?
Google Cloud Zurich 2 is a hyperscale data center operated by Google Cloud in Bern, Switzerland, with 185.9 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does Google Cloud Zurich 2 have?
Google Cloud Zurich 2 holds the following certifications: SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS.
How efficient is Google Cloud Zurich 2?
Google Cloud Zurich 2 has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.22, which is rated as "good". This is 21.8% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Google Cloud Zurich 2?
The nearest IXP is SwissIX Zurich in Zurich, located 94 km away with 250 connected participants.