SunCast 830: Inside the AI Power Race: How Data Centers & Renewables Will Shape the Grid [Expert Panel]
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Jul 1, 2025 Jessica Fishman, Renewable Energy Director at KiteRocket, moderates an engaging panel featuring industry leaders. They delve into the AI demand driving rapid data center expansion and the urgent need for renewable energy solutions. Topics include the surprising use of geothermal and liquid cooling technologies, and the critical collaboration required between grid operators and data centers. The discussion also highlights challenges like workforce shortages, the role of energy management in sustainability, and the need for innovative solutions in the renewable energy sector.
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Data Centers as Grid Assets
- Data centers are evolving into dynamic grid assets, not just large consumers of energy.
- Technologies like fuel cells, renewables, and power purchase agreements help data centers support grid modernization.
Complex Energy Strategies in Data Centers
- Data centers combine multiple energy inputs to meet reliability and exponential demand.
- They use onsite generation, district energy, geothermal, and renewables to power compute services.
Early Community Engagement
- Engage communities early before construction to build workforce programs and gain community support.
- Provide clear education on data centers to dispel misinformation and foster positive relationships.