- Hitachi Vantara released its FY2024 Sustainability Report, showcasing significant advancements in energy-efficient infrastructure and environmental initiatives.
- The report highlights achievements such as ENERGY STAR® certification, a 50% energy reduction at its Denver facility, and a 30% solar power generation at the Netherlands center.
- The company aims for carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 and value chain neutrality by FY2050.
Hitachi Vantara, a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501), has released its FY2024 Sustainability Report, marking the second edition of this annual progress review. This report outlines the company's significant advancements in sustainability, focusing on energy-efficient infrastructure, carbon emission reductions, and responsible business practices.
Among the key achievements highlighted in the report is the ENERGY STAR® certification for multiple storage solutions. Notably, Hitachi Vantara's Virtual Storage Platform One Block (VSP One Block) secured the highest ranking in the NVSS Disk Online 4 category.
The sustainability initiatives include Hitachi Vantara's solar-powered distribution center in the Netherlands, which generates approximately 30% of its electricity consumption from on-site solar production. The report also cites that 40% of the materials used in storage model bezels come from recycled plastic, with plans to increase this to 50% by FY2030.
Significantly, a 2024 data center refresh at the Denver facility led to a 50% reduction in energy consumption and an improvement in power usage effectiveness (PUE) from 1.6 to 1.3, illustrating the impact of energy-saving measures.
Hitachi Vantara has set ambitious targets for achieving carbon neutrality. The company plans to achieve neutrality for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 and aims for value chain neutrality by FY2050. These efforts are complemented by initiatives to help enterprise customers and data center operators reduce their carbon footprints and operational costs.
Notable customer success stories highlighted in the report include Italian pasta manufacturer La Molisana achieving a 30% reduction in energy consumption using VSP One Block, Indian media company Malayala Manorama reducing power and cooling costs by 70%, and Estonian telecom provider Elisa Eesti tripling its energy efficiency.
For more information on Hitachi Vantara's sustainability efforts and to view the full FY2024 Sustainability Report, visit their website.
