Kate Shapiro

Contributor, Data Center Knowledge

Kate Shapiro is a writer specializing in technology, business, and healthcare. She has bylines in Business Insider, MTV News, and Esquire Magazine.

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What Is Technical Debt? Definitions, Examples, and More

Mar 22, 2023

Tech debt arises when IT or development teams do not improve inefficient, outdated processes. Learn what it is, where it accumulates, and how to address it.

Digital Realty Signs 10-Year PPA with Engie

Feb 07, 2023

Digital Realty’s PPA energy will be sourced from a solar park in Germany.

Apple Data Center and Servers FAQ

Jan 26, 2023

A comprehensive review of Apple data centers and Apple servers – including current operations, future plans, and priorities for the tech giant.

AWS Launches Grant Program to Benefit Northern Virginia Communities

Dec 27, 2022

AWS is providing $300,000 in grants to local projects that address sustainability and the environment.

Top 10 Data Center Energy Stories of 2022

Dec 13, 2022

Sustainability efforts, renewable energy, the European energy crisis, and power grids dominated data center energy news in 2022.

Aligned Data Centers to Expand Phoenix Footprint with Two Mega Campuses

Oct 13, 2022

Aligned Data Centers continued its investment in Arizona with two new land acquisitions in Phoenix, furthering its data center sustainability strategy.

Micron Joins Intel in the Race to Access CHIPs Act Funds

Oct 07, 2022

The CHIPS Act leads to Micron’s historic $100 billion investment in domestic semiconductor manufacturing in Central New York.

Data Center Operators See Hong Kong as Fertile Ground for Growth

Sep 16, 2022

Hong Kong sees greater growth in data center investments thanks to its unique culture and connections within distinct markets.