Global Switch Sydney
Operated by Global Switch
Capacity
77.4MW
Tier Level
Tier 2
Redundant capacity — redundant components, but single distribution path
PUE
1.74
PoorGreen Score
30/ 100
Certifications
1
Nearest IXP
NYIIX New York
852 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Global Switch Sydney |
| Operator | Global Switch |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 77.4 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.74Poor |
| Tier Certification | Tier 2 — Redundant capacity — redundant components, but single distribution path |
| Location | 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia |
| GPS Coordinates | 48.3740, -74.2987 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 530 gCO2/kWhPoor |
| Certifications | SOC 2 |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Verified |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NYIIX New York | New York | 852 km | 200 |
| DE-CIX New York | New York | 852 km | 300 |
| Equinix IX Ashburn | Ashburn | 1068 km | 280 |
| DE-CIX Dallas | Dallas | 2555 km | 150 |
| SIX Seattle | Seattle | 3516 km | 350 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Below average efficiency, room for improvement
11.5% worse than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
29.9/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇦🇺 AU)
Est. Annual CO2
625.3ktonnes
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 77.4 MW capacity and Tier 2 certification.
What certifications does Global Switch Sydney have?
Global Switch Sydney holds the following certifications: SOC 2.
How efficient is Global Switch Sydney?
Global Switch Sydney has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.74, which is rated as "poor". This is 11.5% worse than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Global Switch Sydney?
The nearest IXP is NYIIX New York in New York, located 852 km away with 200 connected participants.