A Dubai data centre has made history on the sustainability front, with Khazna Data Centres announcing that its DXB8 facility has become the first data centre in the world to receive Zero Waste Certification from SCS Global Services, a leading international sustainability certification body.
The certification follows a 12-month independent audit confirming that DXB8 achieved a 99.55% waste diversion rate from landfill, a result driven by disciplined waste segregation, recycling programmes, vendor bottle reuse schemes, composting, and responsible end-of-life material management.
The accreditation was awarded under the SCS-110 Zero Waste Standard and covered all operational waste generated at the facility, excluding IT waste from tenant data halls. Auditors assessed not only diversion volumes but also the governance systems, workplace culture, and continuous improvement processes behind the results.
Elisabetta Baronio, Director of ESG at Khazna Data Centres, described the milestone as a product of sustained operational discipline rather than any single initiative, crediting strong supply chain partnerships and an organisation-wide commitment to environmental responsibility.
For mission-critical infrastructure like data centres, where scale and complexity make sustainability particularly challenging, the achievement is considered rare. Khazna says the result reflects a broader ESG strategy that runs through the design, construction, and operation of its facilities globally, encompassing advanced cooling technologies, resource-efficient construction and responsible materials management.
The certification adds to growing momentum around sustainable digital infrastructure in the UAE, as demand for AI-ready data centre capacity continues to rise across the region. Khazna says it remains focused on expanding its footprint while reducing environmental impact and supporting both national and global sustainability targets.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
