Flexible power to benefit data centres

BIG DATA CENTRES equipped to supply their own power during heatwaves and other emergencies can begin operations more quickly than those reliant solely on traditional utility hookups, according to a new study by Princeton University’s ZERO Lab.

- JOSH SAUL

Installing onsite natural gas turbines, solar panels or batteries means data centres can achieve a speedier connection to the grid because they will represent less of a demand stress.