Global Switch Sydney
Operated by Global Switch
Capacity
20MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.40
GoodGreen Score
47/ 100
Certifications
2
Nearest IXP
MegaPort IX Sydney
0 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Global Switch Sydney |
| Operator | Global Switch |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 20 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.40Good |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia |
| GPS Coordinates | -33.8688, 151.2093 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 530 gCO2/kWhPoor |
| Certifications | ISO 27001Uptime Tier III |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Verified |
Connectivity & Network
1
IXPs within 50 km
1
IXPs within 100 km
1
IXPs within 500 km
Nearest Internet Exchange Points
| Name | City | Distance | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| MegaPort IX Sydney | Sydney | 0 km | 150 |
| IX Australia Melbourne | Melbourne | 713 km | 100 |
| NZIX Auckland | Auckland | 2156 km | 60 |
| APE Auckland | Auckland | 2159 km | 45 |
| IIX Jakarta | Jakarta | 5496 km | 400 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Good efficiency, better than industry average
10.3% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
46.9/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇦🇺 AU)
Est. Annual CO2
130.0ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇦🇺 Australia)
Global Switch Portfolio
Global Switch
18 facilities across 6 countries
Total Facilities
18
Countries
6
Facility Types
Countries Present
Other Global Switch Facilities
Local Market Context
45
Facilities in Sydney
66
Facilities in Australia
12
Operators in Sydney
#1
City rank in Australia
Sydney ranks #1 in Australia by facility count, with 45 data centers operated by 12 providers.
Competitive Landscape in Sydney
Sydney has 45 facilities from 12 operators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Switch Sydney?
Global Switch Sydney is a colocation data center operated by Global Switch in Sydney, Australia, with 20 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does Global Switch Sydney have?
Global Switch Sydney holds the following certifications: ISO 27001, Uptime Tier III.
How efficient is Global Switch Sydney?
Global Switch Sydney has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.40, which is rated as "good". This is 10.3% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Global Switch Sydney?
The nearest IXP is MegaPort IX Sydney in Sydney, located 0 km away with 150 connected participants.