Number of Equinix IBX data centers worldwide 2016-2024, by region

Equinix, a global leader in colocation data center services, listed 247 International Business Exchange (IBX) data centers worldwide in 2024. This marked an increase of five facilities from the previous year, reflecting the company's efforts to meet growing global demand for data center capacity. The Americas housed 107 facilities in 2024, with the firm generating 3.9 billion U.S. dollars in the region that year.

Efficiency and Sustainability Efforts

As Equinix expands its footprint, the company is also focused on improving operational efficiency. In 2023, the average annual Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of Equinix data centers worldwide decreased to 1.42 from 1.46 in 2022, indicating enhanced energy efficiency. Despite this improvement, global electricity consumption rose by over five percent to 8,170 GWh in 2023, reflecting the challenges of balancing growth with sustainability. Notably, Equinix maintained its commitment to renewable energy, with 96 percent of its total electricity consumption coming from renewable sources.

Competitive Landscape in Data Center Equipment

While Equinix focuses on providing data center infrastructure, the equipment within these facilities plays a crucial role in their performance. A 2023 survey revealed that Dell EMC was the leading manufacturer for both data center storage and server equipment among U.S. and European organizations. Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) secured the second position in both categories, highlighting the competitive nature of the data center equipment market. This information underscores the importance of partnerships between data center operators like Equinix and equipment manufacturers to meet evolving customer needs.