DALLAS, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Realty (NYSE: DLR), the largest global provider of cloud- and carrier-neutral data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions, announced today that it will release financial results for the second quarter of 2025 after the market closes on Thursday, July 24, 2025. The company will host a conference call to discuss these results at 5:00 p.m. ET / 4:00 p.m. CT on Thursday, July 24, 2025. To participate in the live call, investors are invited to dial +1 (888) ...

Core Insights - Digital Realty has made significant strides in sustainability, achieving 1.5 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity under contract and matching 185 data centers with 100% renewable energy in 2024 [2][4] - The company reached 75% of its global electricity needs from renewable energy, marking a 9% increase from the previous year [4] - Digital Realty emphasizes the need for innovation and partnerships to advance sustainable practices in data center operations moving forward [3] Sustainability Performance - Renewable Energy: Digital Realty's renewable energy procurement includes 1.5 GW of new solar and wind projects, 8.8 megawatts (MW) of onsite solar installations, and 100% renewable energy for its portfolios in various regions [4] - Resource Conservation: The company is actively exploring initiatives to use resources responsibly, focusing on electricity and water conservation [4] - Energy Efficiency: Energy conservation initiatives are projected to save 42,400 megawatt hours (MWh) and 28,500 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MTCO2e) annually [4] - Water Usage: 42% of irrigation and cooling needs are met with non-potable water, and overall water usage intensity for the North American colocation portfolio was reduced by 14% year-over-year [4] Sustainable Building Practices - Digital Realty certified eight global data centers totaling 1.9 million square feet under sustainable building standards, with over 15 million square feet certified under green building standards [4] Resilience and Security - The company has a strong track record of reliability and resilience against operational, security, weather, and climate change-related events, supported by regular risk assessments and security safeguards [4]

Core Insights - Summit Ridge Energy has partnered with Digital Realty to purchase 5.1 megawatts (MW) of solar energy, supporting Digital Realty's sustainability goals and energy cost savings [1] - The solar projects will enhance grid resilience in Illinois and create hundreds of construction and manufacturing jobs [2] - Digital Realty's commitment to renewable energy is part of a broader trend in the technology sector, driven by increasing energy demands [4] Company Overview - Summit Ridge Energy is the leading commercial solar company in the U.S., with over 2 gigawatts (GW) of solar power operating and in development [5] - The company has raised over $5 billion in project capital since its launch in 2017, financing more than 200 solar farms [6] - Digital Realty operates a global data center platform with over 300 facilities across 25 countries, providing a range of data center and interconnection solutions [7] Project Details - The solar energy purchase includes renewable energy credits from three Summit Ridge-owned solar projects in Illinois, expected to be operational by late 2025 to early 2026 [1] - The partnership aims to integrate more renewable energy into Digital Realty's operations while contributing to a more resilient power grid [4] - Summit Ridge's solar projects are part of a larger initiative to enhance grid stability, including voltage support and frequency regulation [4]