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Such a reduction in energy use has also been proven to reduce operating costs for data centres, in addition to reducing overall carbon emissions – which ultimately helps the wider industry to better combat climate change.

Chris explains:“ Immersion cooling also creates a more stable thermal environment that reduces component stress, potentially extending hardware lifespan. In addition, the technology provides future-proofing capabilities that accommodate next-generation hardware with higher thermal outputs.”

Balancing innovation with sustainability As data centre operators consider the future of their industry, Chris is eager to note that innovation, customer demand and sustainability should be considered as complementary, rather than in competition with one another.“ The data centre industry needs to recognise that sustainability drives business value,” he explains.“ By implementing technologies like liquid cooling and proactive maintenance services, data centres can simultaneously improve operational efficiency, meet growing computing demands and reduce environmental impact.”

He also notes that the most successful approach balances immediate business needs with long-term sustainability – particularly through innovations that are able to deliver multiple benefits at the same time. These could include better data centre performance, lower costs and a reduced environmental footprint.

“ AI can also play a dual role in this balance,” he adds.“ While increasing computational demands, it also offers powerful tools for optimising resource usage and predicting maintenance needs, creating a more sustainable operational model in future data centres.”

116 August 2025