Global Switch Sydney 2
Operated by Global Switch
Capacity
150.5MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.78
PoorGreen Score
28/ 100
Certifications
1
Nearest IXP
NYIIX New York
1638 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Global Switch Sydney 2 |
| Operator | Global Switch |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 150.5 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.78Poor |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia |
| GPS Coordinates | 45.2384, -54.7854 |
| 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 | 1638 km | 200 |
| DE-CIX New York | New York | 1638 km | 300 |
| Equinix IX Ashburn | Ashburn | 1986 km | 280 |
| GigaPIX Lisbon | Lisbon | 3790 km | 60 |
| DE-CIX Dallas | Dallas | 3834 km | 150 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Below average efficiency, room for improvement
14.1% worse than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
27.9/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇦🇺 AU)
Est. Annual CO2
1243.8ktonnes
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 2?
Global Switch Sydney 2 is a colocation data center operated by Global Switch in Sydney, Australia, with 150.5 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does Global Switch Sydney 2 have?
Global Switch Sydney 2 holds the following certifications: SOC 2.
How efficient is Global Switch Sydney 2?
Global Switch Sydney 2 has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.78, which is rated as "poor". This is 14.1% worse than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Global Switch Sydney 2?
The nearest IXP is NYIIX New York in New York, located 1638 km away with 200 connected participants.