Using Alternative Energy for Data Centers

In an Upsite Technologies article, Drew Robb, writing and editing consultant and contractor highlighted how power companies in the United States have had it relatively easy for the past couple of decades, but now are caught by surprise by the AI surge. The article goes on to articulate that data center professional are lining up to make it known that the U.S. will be facing an energy shortfall over the next decade and worse is ill prepared to react quickly enough to arrest the problem.

As we navigate the evolving AI/HPC landscape, one strategy appears particularly promising: Using Alternative Energy for Data Centers. INTUVA is developing properties powered by non-local electrical sources.

In Bristol, CT, INTUVA and Renew Developers are building a small proof-of-concept data center with 3 MW capacity for AI/HPC workloads, using hybrid liquid and air-cooling. It primarily uses natural gas through redundant linear generators, with the electric utility as potential backup.

Another CT site, INTUVA and Renew have 23 MW of natural gas-powered linear generators approved, with diesel standby generators providing backup power. Finally, INTUVA and Sustany Capital are co-developing a 1,200 MW solar-powered microgrid in the southwestern U.S., serving a large data center campus.

At INTUVA, we are at the forefront of designing and constructing adaptable data centers that meet these emerging needs across various geographical and industrial landscapes. In fact, we specialize in integrating power-dense servers, including liquid-cooled racks, into colocation and edge data centers, ensuring optimal performance for AI and high-performance computing applications.

Meanwhile, GRID7 Energy is pioneering the transformation of power solutions for critical facilities. Our innovative approach includes the deployment of natural gas linear generators, solid-state fuel cells, and renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

Together, INTUVA and GRID7 are not just anticipating the future needs of data centers but actively shaping them, ensuring our clients are prepared for a landscape where power availability and efficiency are paramount.

Contact us for more information on how we can help your organization stay ahead of the curve in data center design and energy solutions.

INTUVA is a leading design/builder of data centers catering to the diverse needs of government entities, institutions, commercial enterprises, and data center operators. We are once again transforming the way to design, power, and cool workloads – this time for AI and HPC.

We deliver our services under two core pillars: excellence and expertise in Data Center Facilities and Data Center IT. Our tagline, “Future Proof Your Data Center”, reflects our dedication to innovation and reliability. 

GRID7 Energy is a leading provider of microgrid services and solutions, dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy systems. With years of experience in the energy industry, we have the expertise and knowledge to design, implement, and manage microgrid systems that meet the specific needs of our customers.