Sustainability, Risk, and Reporting
Runtime is how long a backup or storage system can support a defined load. Runtime must always specify load level, usable capacity, efficiency, reserve margin, fuel availability, and operating constraints.
Network upgrades are grid improvements needed beyond sole-use interconnection facilities to maintain reliability or deliverability. They are often the largest swing factor in interconnection cost, schedule, and project feasibility.
Read definition →Downtime is time when a system or service is unavailable under the applicable definition. Downtime cost can include lost revenue, SLA credits, customer churn, operational disruption, and reputational damage.
Read definition →Change in law provisions allocate risk when new laws, tariffs, codes, taxes, or regulations affect cost or performance. They are important for long-term data center contracts because policy around large loads, energy, water, and incentives is changing quickly.
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