Key Terms for Smarter, More Efficient Energy Management

Adiabatic Cooling is a method of cooling that leverages the principles of evaporative cooling. This technique involves using water to absorb heat from the air, thus reducing the temperature without the need for mechanical refrigeration.

Energy efficiency describes the ratio or other quantitative relationship between an achieved output or yield of services, goods or energy and the energy used.

DIN EN ISO 50.001

Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) is a metric used to assess the energy efficiency of data centers. It measures how efficiently a data center uses energy, specifically how much energy is used for computing versus supporting functions such as cooling, lighting, and power distribution.

Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) is a metric used to evaluate the efficiency of water usage in data centers and other facilities with significant cooling needs. It is an essential factor in sustainable operations, especially for industries focusing on reducing their environmental impact.