UVic: Research Data Centre

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UVic: Research Data Centre

Year Built: 2024

Utility Provider: BC Hydro

Ownership: University of Victoria owns the building.

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2024: UVic upgrades the data centre's cooling to cut energy use.
2026-06: UVic commissions the renewed Arbutus cloud, a $16.4 million upgrade.

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Owner: University of Victoria
Location: UVic campus, Saanich
Cooling: water cooling

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3800 Finnerty Rd ( University of Victoria campus )

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