Microsoft Azure Des Moines 2
Operated by Microsoft Azure
Capacity
133.3MW
Tier Level
Tier 3
Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active
PUE
1.43
AverageGreen Score
55/ 100
Certifications
4
Nearest IXP
DE-CIX Dallas
1015 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | Microsoft Azure Des Moines 2 |
| Operator | Microsoft Azure |
| Facility Type | Hyperscale |
| Power Capacity | 133.3 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.43Average |
| Tier Certification | Tier 3 — Concurrently maintainable — dual distribution paths, one active |
| Location | 🇺🇸 Des Moines, United States |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.5552, -93.6456 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 380 gCO2/kWhAverage |
| Certifications | SOC 2ISO 27001PCI DSSHIPAA |
| Data Source | atlas |
| Verification Status | Unverified |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DE-CIX Dallas | Dallas | 1015 km | 150 |
| Equinix IX Ashburn | Ashburn | 1396 km | 280 |
| NYIIX New York | New York | 1644 km | 200 |
| DE-CIX New York | New York | 1644 km | 300 |
| SIX Seattle | Seattle | 2354 km | 350 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Near the global average PUE of 1.56
8.3% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
54.8/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇺🇸 US)
Est. Annual CO2
634.5ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇺🇸 United States)
Microsoft Azure Portfolio
Microsoft Azure
73 facilities across 16 countries
Total Facilities
73
Countries
16
Facility Types
Countries Present
Other Microsoft Azure Facilities
Local Market Context
3
Facilities in Des Moines
536
Facilities in United States
1
Operators in Des Moines
#37
City rank in United States
Des Moines ranks #37 in United States by facility count, with 3 data centers operated by 1 provider.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsoft Azure Des Moines 2?
Microsoft Azure Des Moines 2 is a hyperscale data center operated by Microsoft Azure in Des Moines, United States, with 133.3 MW capacity and Tier 3 certification.
What certifications does Microsoft Azure Des Moines 2 have?
Microsoft Azure Des Moines 2 holds the following certifications: SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA.
How efficient is Microsoft Azure Des Moines 2?
Microsoft Azure Des Moines 2 has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.43, which is rated as "average". This is 8.3% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to Microsoft Azure Des Moines 2?
The nearest IXP is DE-CIX Dallas in Dallas, located 1015 km away with 150 connected participants.