Kevin Kent

COO & Co-Founder, Global Technology Sustainable Solutions - GTSS

Kevin Kent stands as an eminent figure in the realm of data center operations, management, monitoring, sustainability, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), and carbon accounting. With deep-rooted connections to various environmental foundations in the United States and a distinguished role as a Climate Reality Leader, Kevin is steadfast in his mission to enhance global data center operational efficiency and sustainability.

His wealth of experience and specialized knowledge has secured him a prestigious position on the Board of Directors of the international Data Center Institute. Here, he remains dedicated to championing operational efficiency and sustainability within the data center sector. Additionally, as a global educator for DCD Training Academy, Kevin delivers vital training and certification programs for data center professionals, encompassing credentials like CDCP (Certified Data Center Professional), among many other courses.

In 2021, Kevin orchestrated significant advancements in data center operations and sustainability by devising a certification program that acknowledges organizations adhering to sustainability best practices. His tireless efforts to raise awareness and disseminate knowledge on operational and sustainable methodologies have garnered widespread recognition in various tech publications, blogs, webinars, and live podcasts throughout the year.

Kevin is a globally acclaimed keynote speaker, captivating audiences across many countries including South Africa, Morocco, the US, UK, Singapore, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Spain, and Australia. In 2019, he had the honor of delivering a keynote address at the United Nations Technology Center in Valencia, Spain, further solidifying his reputation as an influential thought leader in the field.

Kevin Kent's unwavering dedication to enhancing global data center operational efficiency, sustainability, reducing carbon footprints, and safeguarding the environment has rightfully established him as a prominent global leader in the field. His expertise, certifications, and substantial contributions to the industry have earned him widespread acclaim, as he continues to spearhead positive transformations in the data center industry's approach towards operational efficiency and sustainability.

Certifications

Positive Psychology - Brown University – Certification ID - CVUAVGQTHHQY

NABERS Essentials – Certification Date December 2023

Climate Reality Leader – Certification Date August 2019

Certified Data Center Professional – Credential ID – 99131101017453

Certified Data Center Practitioner – DCP Energy & Sustainability – Credential ID - Credly

FMCI/CMCO DCD - Academy – Foundations of Mission Critical Facilities/Certified

Mission Critical Operator - DCD Academy - Credential ID - f5be3d8e-8932-456e-a684-39ef860366aa

Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) – DCD Academy - Credential ID - 194414af-307b-4d08-baa0- 0b47e2f2deb5

Foundations of Mission Critical Infrastructure – F.M.C.I. – DCD Academy - Credential ID - a13c94b0- 55c8-43a8-88af-ee26d0bab2d5

Data Center Design Awareness – DCD Academy – Credential ID - 67c15441-e22f-40d5-85fe- 5becd3e76d0b

Fuel System & Fire Protection – DCD Academy – Credential ID - bb111762-0861-4d42-9319- 4a21a25d9f04

Networks, Communications, and IT Technologies – DCD Academy – Credential ID - 9741b242-a396- 40aa-8f75-d4917906c3ed

Standby Generators – DCD Academy – Credential ID - 8eac3e5e-3b39-4ed1-ab03-bc4542420507

Static Transfer Switches DCD Academy – Credential ID - 617dbc76-a76d-44a9-889d-78116d3ff5a0

Data Center M&E Cyber Security – DCD Academy – Credential ID - bb250a7a-d298-49b1-8ead- 2863e26caf78

Arc Flash Safety Training – DCD Academy – Credential ID - cf0f7101-f0b7-4162-bbdd-1cc381618f9c

Fundamentals of Power Quality - DCD Academy – Credential ID - 9afb0f7e-c602-453f-ac6d- a83d89147efd

Mission Critical Electrical Systems Safety & Maintenance - DCD Academy – Credential ID - c57bdceb- 018e-441e-b7a2-b32065806653

Raised Access Floors - DCD Academy – Credential ID - 2503042c-8ac6-442b-919f-48f61342233f

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) - DCD Academy – Credential ID - be182901-8d00-41ef-b17c- 8dbb47933c27

Data Center Cooling - DCD Academy – Credential ID - 707d8012-9f54-4b97-89d3-a8fd80c714fc

Reliability & Resiliency - DCD Academy – Credential ID - 7bc59ae3-f79d-417a-a269-9d85fa2c7a63

Standards, Operations, & Procedures - DCD Academy – Credential ID - 7ae954bb-4489-4590-a97d- 229e50ba3f41

Airflow Management - DCD Academy – Credential ID - f05d63bb-e57d-4f8a-b88c-b4677abe5565

Data Center Energy Efficiency - DCD Academy – Credential ID - 70fc1994-74cc-448c-b481- a7421150906

Data Center Health & Safety - DCD Academy – Credential ID - 98935e3c-63bc-4628-9afb-5b952b4dd692

Mission Critical Facilities Engineering - DCD Academy – Credential ID - f5be3d8e-8932-456e-a684- 39ef860366aa