The Energy Challenge of AI: Sustainable Solutions for Data Centers

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In this episode, host Alex sits down with Exowatt’s Hannan Parvizian to explore how the company is addressing the massive energy demands of AI and datacenters. They discuss Exowatt's mission to deliver affordable, sustainable power solutions that meet the needs of a rapidly expanding tech landscape. Together, they dive into the challenges and innovations shaping the future of clean energy for data-heavy applications.

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Timestamps:(0:00) AI search energy consumption and corporate willingness to pay for AI(1:30) Introduction to power, electricity, and Hannan Parvizian of ExoWatt(4:21) Renewable energy, fossil fuels, and data center energy consumption(7:15) AI race, energy demands, and founding of ExoWatt

(8:25) Key challenges in the renewable energy sector

(9:24) NetSuite - Download the CFO's Guide to AI and Machine Learning for free at https://www.netsuite.com/twist(12:23) Cost of electricity, energy bills, and Texas energy market

(13:40) Exowatt’s unique technology and competitive edge(17:46) Introduction to ExoWatt's P3 product

(21:34) Gusto - Get three months free when you run your first payroll at https://gusto.com/twist(22:39) Energy storage technologies and comparison

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