About Zhangbei Data Center (ZB1)
The GDS ZB1 Data Center, located in Zhangbei County, Hebei Province, is a purpose-built, large-scale facility designed to meet the high-capacity infrastructure needs of cloud providers, AI workloads, and digital platforms. Strategically positioned in a cold-climate zone ideal for natural cooling, ZB1 is optimized for energy efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effective hyperscale deployments.
As part of China’s national new infrastructure strategy and a key asset in GDS’s northern data center cluster, ZB1 offers vast scalability, green power integration, and carrier-neutral connectivity—making it an ideal site for long-term digital expansion.
Key Features and Specifications
- Location: Zhangbei, Hebei Province – part of China’s green data center development zone
- Facility Type: Hyperscale / AI / Cloud Infrastructure
- Total Floor Area: Approx. 25,000–30,000 square meters
- IT Load Capacity: Up to 30 MW with expansion capability
- Power Infrastructure:
- Direct access to renewable energy sources (wind and solar)
- Dual utility feeds with 2N or N+1 redundancy
- Diesel generator backups with automated switchover
- Smart PDUs and real-time power optimization tools
Cooling and Efficiency
- Leverages Zhangbei’s cold climate for natural air cooling
- Advanced cooling systems with N+1 HVAC redundancy
- Cold aisle containment for optimal airflow and thermal control
- Exceptionally low PUE, meeting national green data center standards
Connectivity and Interconnection
- Carrier-Neutral: Multiple telecom operator presence
- High-speed fiber connectivity to Beijing, Tianjin, and other northern metros
- Direct interconnect to GDS Beijing and Tianjin campuses
- Designed to support AI training, cloud compute zones, and content platforms
- Secure and low-latency for data center-to-data center links
Security and Operations
- 24/7 on-site security and monitoring
- Multi-factor access control (biometrics, card, mantrap)
- CCTV surveillance across all zones with logging and alerts
- VESDA fire detection and FM200 suppression systems
- Fully monitored by GDS’s centralized Network Operations Center (NOC)
Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 27001 – Information Security
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management
- ISO 14001 – Environmental Sustainability
- Built to Uptime Institute Tier III-equivalent design
- Compliant with green building codes and government digital infrastructure mandates
Ideal Use Cases
- Hyperscale Cloud Region Expansion
- AI/ML Training Clusters and GPU Farms
- Big Data Storage and Batch Processing
- Energy-Efficient Infrastructure for Sustainability Initiatives
- Secondary and Cold Storage for Enterprises
About GDS Holdings Ltd
GDS Holdings Ltd is one of China’s leading developers and operators of carrier-neutral, high-performance data centers. With a strong emphasis on scale, sustainability, and operational excellence, GDS supports the digital transformation of hyperscalers, cloud providers, and enterprise customers nationwide. ZB1 is a cornerstone in GDS’s green data center initiative, driving cost-effective innovation in China’s north.
