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Measured PUE

Efficiency KPIs
Also known asActual PUEOperational PUE

Measured PUE is the power usage effectiveness calculated from actual metered energy data during operation, as opposed to the design target. It reflects real-world efficiency under actual load, cooling and environmental conditions and is often higher than design PUE, particularly when a facility operates below full capacity.

Category: Sustainability & Metrics  ·  Subcategory: Efficiency KPIs  ·  Part of the AIDC Technical Terminology reference.

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