A project manager is overseeing the construction of a new data center. To align with the company's ESG goals, they must select an action that BEST minimizes the project's long-term environmental impact. Which of the following actions is the MOST effective?
Implement a comprehensive recycling program for waste generated during the construction phase.
Develop a green space with native plants on the property surrounding the facility.
Source all construction materials from local suppliers to reduce transportation emissions.
Design the facility to use renewable energy sources and energy-efficient cooling systems.
Designing the data center to use renewable energy sources and energy-efficient cooling systems is the most effective action. This approach directly addresses operational energy consumption, which is the largest and most continuous source of environmental impact for a data center over its lifecycle. While implementing a construction recycling program, sourcing local materials, and developing a green space are all valuable ESG initiatives, their overall environmental benefit is less significant compared to reducing the facility's long-term energy footprint.
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