QTS Chicago 2
Operated by QTS
Capacity
161.8MW
Tier Level
Tier 2
Redundant capacity — redundant components, but single distribution path
PUE
1.22
GoodGreen Score
65/ 100
Certifications
4
Nearest IXP
Equinix IX Ashburn
914 km away
Technical Specifications
| Facility Name | QTS Chicago 2 |
| Operator | QTS |
| Facility Type | Colocation |
| Power Capacity | 161.8 MW |
| PUE Efficiency | 1.22Good |
| Tier Certification | Tier 2 — Redundant capacity — redundant components, but single distribution path |
| Location | 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States |
| GPS Coordinates | 41.8960, -87.6254 |
| Country Grid Carbon Intensity | 380 gCO2/kWhAverage |
| Certifications | SOC 2ISO 27001PCI DSSHIPAA |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equinix IX Ashburn | Ashburn | 914 km | 280 |
| NYIIX New York | New York | 1144 km | 200 |
| DE-CIX New York | New York | 1144 km | 300 |
| DE-CIX Dallas | Dallas | 1297 km | 150 |
| MEX-IX Mexico City | Mexico City | 2726 km | 70 |
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
PUE Rating
Good efficiency, better than industry average
21.8% better than global avg (1.56)
Green Score
65.3/ 100
Carbon Intensity (🇺🇸 US)
Est. Annual CO2
657.1ktonnes
Energy Mix (🇺🇸 United States)
QTS Portfolio
QTS
33 facilities across 1 country
Total Facilities
33
Countries
1
Facility Types
Countries Present
Local Market Context
24
Facilities in Chicago
536
Facilities in United States
7
Operators in Chicago
#6
City rank in United States
Chicago ranks #6 in United States by facility count, with 24 data centers operated by 7 providers.
Competitive Landscape in Chicago
Chicago has 24 facilities from 7 operators.
Equinix
Digital Realty
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Microsoft Azure
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Tier 3
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is QTS Chicago 2?
QTS Chicago 2 is a colocation data center operated by QTS in Chicago, United States, with 161.8 MW capacity and Tier 2 certification.
What certifications does QTS Chicago 2 have?
QTS Chicago 2 holds the following certifications: SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA.
How efficient is QTS Chicago 2?
QTS Chicago 2 has a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.22, which is rated as "good". This is 21.8% better than the global average PUE of 1.56.
What is the nearest Internet Exchange Point to QTS Chicago 2?
The nearest IXP is Equinix IX Ashburn in Ashburn, located 914 km away with 280 connected participants.