Thailand sets 70 dBA noise limit for new data centers
New Thai rules also cover heat and water use at data centre facilities, TechRadar reports.
Key takeaways
- Thailand has introduced new data centre regulations covering noise, heat and water use.
- Operating facilities face a 70 dBA noise ceiling, roughly the level of a hair dryer.
- TechRadar questions whether the limit will actually help nearby residents.
New limits for data centers
Thailand has introduced new rules for data centres, according to TechRadar. The regulations cover noise, heat and water consumption, and set a 70 dBA ceiling for operating facilities.
A 70 dBA level is roughly the sound of a hair dryer. TechRadar notes that it is not yet clear how effective the limit will be for people living near these sites.
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