SustainDC: Benchmarking for Sustainable Data Center Control Supplementary Information, Ricardo Luna

The selected locations are highlighted, while other U.S. locations are also plotted for comparison. Regions with both high CV and high average carbon intensity are identified as prime targets for DRL agents to maximize their impact on reducing carbon emissions. In the table bellow (7) is the summarizing the selected locations, typical weather values, and carbon emissions characteristics: Considering the data from (9), the U.S. states with the highest number of data centers are summarized in Table 8. The states with the most significant number of data centers tend to be Virginia, Texas, California, and New York. Virginia, especially, is a major hub due to its proximity to Washington D.C. and the abundance of fiber optic cable networks. Texas and California are also prominent due to their size, economic output, and significant tech industries. New York, particularly around New York City, hosts numerous data centers that serve the financial sector and other industries. The selection of these locations is justified by their significant number of data centers, which emphasizes the potential impact of DRL agents in these regions. By targeting areas with both high data center density and favorable carbon intensity characteristics, DRL agents can maximize their effectiveness in reducing carbon emissions.