Energy management in server farms is crucial for balancing performance, sustainability, and cost efficiency. Key strategies include:
Server Consolidation:
- Consolidate workloads onto fewer machines during off‑peak hours.
- Shut down or hibernate idle servers.
- Use orchestration tools to balance performance and energy.
Hardware Optimization:
- Identification of underperforming servers/ energy inefficient servers.
- Select servers for high performance per watt.
Cooling Optimization: Implementing strategies for efficient cooling systems by segregating hot/ cool server aisles.
An energy management system that delivers real‑time, server‑level visibility into energy consumption is essential for controlling electricity costs and achieving sustainability targets. 
