more countries adopt renewable energy as a principal source of power generation , Aggreko is providing its services to help data centres bridge the gap . “ Our responsibility is now to supply equipment that is more sustainable and expertise that helps make powering a data centre as efficient as possible ,” Durie explains . “ We have introduced alternative fuels , such as hydrotreated vegetable oils
( HVO ), and renewable sources of power generation through wind and solar technologies . In terms of future plans , we are researching other technologies such as hydrogen generators , as well as continuing our development of battery storage and rental UPS systems .”
Marren also believes that there is a transition coming , a day when the demands of the data centre industry will outstrip the capacity of the grid . Whether that transition is an environmental catastrophe , or a much-needed step along the path to a sustainable global digital infrastructure , will be determined in the next few years . “ As the industry continues to grow at pace , it ’ s clear that demand for energy will soon outstrip what the grid can offer ,” he warns . “ Taking a more advanced approach to energy through renewable on-site generation will be vital to the industry ’ s future success , not only by offering its businesses greater control over their energy and cost savings , but also by providing the opportunity to begin integrating renewables for a more environmentally sustainable future .”
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