Ryan Abbott
President of the Southwest Region at Clayco, an integrated services provider. Specializes in land sourcing, design, and construction in the data center environment.
Best podcasts with Ryan Abbott
Ranked by the Snipd community
6 snips
Jul 1, 2025 • 56min
830: Inside the AI Power Race: How Data Centers & Renewables Will Shape the Grid [Expert Panel]
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.
Jun 10, 2025 • 31min
823: The Battle for AI Power: Data Centers vs. The Electric Grid
Ryan Abbott, President of Clayco Design and Engineering, dives into the transformative world of data centers designed for the AI era. He explains how the focus has shifted from land to power supply, highlighting the challenges of providing sustainable and reliable energy. Abbott discusses the importance of innovative cooling systems and the role of renewable energy integration. He also reveals why Arizona may emerge as a key hub for AI compute, showcasing the exciting future of data centers and their collaboration with electric grids.
