New Research Examines Energy-Efficient Data Center Cooling

NYU researchers, including Dharik Mallapragada, Assistant Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and DRI-WISC Faculty Affiliate, are exploring a new approach to data center cooling that could significantly reduce electricity consumption. The proposed method uses industrial waste heat and thermal energy storage to reduce the electricity needed for cooling, potentially lowering operating costs and easing pressure on power grids. The research highlights opportunities to improve the energy efficiency and sustainability of AI infrastructure as demand for computing power continues to grow.

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