Data Center Webinar by Equinix
Organized by Continuing Professional Development team of Younger Members Section of the IET Hong Kong
About
Step into the forefront of digital infrastructure and explore how world-class data center design and engineering are shaping the future of technology. This upcoming CPD seminar, delivered in person by Equinix — the world's largest digital infrastructure company — offers a unique opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of modern data center operations, from foundational concepts to the cutting-edge systems that keep them running.
With over 280 data centers spanning 77+ markets and a global ecosystem unmatched in the industry, Equinix stands at the forefront of data center innovation. This seminar draws directly from Equinix's unparalleled expertise to deliver practical, real-world knowledge to engineering professionals.
The seminar will be structured around three core themes. First, participants will receive a comprehensive introduction to data centers — covering facility classification, tier standards, architectural layout, and the critical role data centers play in powering today's digital economy. Next, the session will delve into the electrical and mechanical (E&M) systems at the heart of every data center, including power distribution architecture, UPS systems, backup generation, precision cooling strategies, fire suppression, and environmental monitoring — the engineering that ensures continuous uptime and operational resilience. Finally, the seminar will explore sustainability and innovation, examining how Equinix is pioneering energy-efficient cooling technologies, renewable energy integration, water conservation, and AI-optimized operations to drive the next generation of green data center development.
This is a compelling opportunity to gain practical, expert-backed knowledge on the engineering, operation, and sustainable evolution of modern data centers.
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Continuing Professional Development
This event can contribute towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours as part of the IET's CPD monitoring scheme.
21 Apr 2026
7:30pm - 9:30pm