Conserving energy, reducing floor space, and managing utility costs are becoming major priorities for IT organizations. As the number of servers continues to grow and demand for storage capacity increases, companies are faced with the challenge of powering and cooling these system while controlling their energy consumption and complying with environmental regulations. A recent study by Aberdeen surveyed over 175 organizations and results provide evidence that Best-in-Class IT organizations experience lower operating costs, improved application and data availability and an enhanced corporate image as a result of implementing a green initiative.