iColo Nairobi DC
Operated by iColo
Capacity
5MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.50
AverageGreen Score
69/ 100
Certifications
1
Nearest IXP
KIXP Nairobi
1 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | iColo Nairobi DC |
| Operator | iColo |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 5 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.50Average |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya |
| GPS Coordinates | -1.2977, 36.8175 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 100 gCO2/kWhGood |
| Certifications | ISO 27001 |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Unverified |
Connectivity & Network
2
IXPs within 50 km
2
IXPs within 100 km
2
IXPs within 500 km
Nearest Internet Exchange Points
| Name | City | Distance | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIXP Nairobi | Nairobi | 1 km | 80 |
| KIXP Nairobi | Nairobi | 2 km | 100 |
| KINIX Kinshasa | Kinshasa | 2418 km | 30 |
| Angola IXP Luanda | Luanda | 2736 km | 20 |
| NAPAfrica Johannesburg | Johannesburg | 2924 km | 500 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Near the global average PUE of 1.56
3.8% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
68.8/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇰🇪 KE)
Est. Annual CO2
6.6ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇰🇪 Kenya)
iColo Portfolio
iColo
1 facility across 1 country
Total Facilities
1
Countries
1
Facility Types
Countries Present
Local Market Context
3
Facilities in Nairobi
6
Facilities in Kenya
2
Operators in Nairobi
#1
City rank in Kenya
Nairobi ranks #1 in Kenya by facility count, with 3 data centers operated by 2 providers.
Competitive Landscape in Nairobi
Nairobi has 3 facilities from 2 operators.
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Tier 3
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Tier 3
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is iColo Nairobi DC?
iColo Nairobi DC is a colocation data center operated by iColo in Nairobi, Kenya, with 5 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does iColo Nairobi DC have?
iColo Nairobi DC holds the following certifications: ISO 27001.
How efficient is iColo Nairobi DC?
iColo Nairobi DC has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.50, which is rated as "average". This is 3.8% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to iColo Nairobi DC?
The nearest IXP is KIXP Nairobi in Nairobi, located 1 km away with 80 connected participants.