New Case Study: Bauxite I Achieves 23% Reduction in Embodied Carbon
Rowan is thrilled to announce the release of the Bauxite I Sustainability Case Study, highlighting how our 230‑megawatt flagship campus in Frederick County, Maryland, is setting a new benchmark for responsible, high‑performance digital infrastructure across the industry.
Read the full case study here.
The case study provides a clear, accessible overview of the strategies behind Bauxite I’s design and development — focusing on measurable environmental performance, efficient construction practices, and long‑term resilience. The case study provides an overview of how Rowan integrated life‑cycle assessment into early design decisions, pursued third‑party certification, and prioritized both operational efficiency and ecological stewardship across the site.
Key Sustainability Achievements
- 23% reduction in embodied carbon
- 16.68% projected energy cost savings
- 75% of construction waste diverted from landfill
- Approximately 28 acres of trees preserved or newly planted
- Targeting BREEAM Excellent certification
These results reflect Rowan’s commitment to building digital infrastructure that supports both technological demand and environmental responsibility. Most importantly, this success is scalable across our portfolio.