This roundtable will address the growing need for data centres to adopt alternative energy sources to ensure sustainability and energy security. Participants will explore various renewable energy options, such as solar, wind, and hydro, as well as innovations in energy storage and grid independence. The roundtable will provide insights into the benefits, challenges, and implementation strategies of these alternatives. Data centre managers will learn how to reduce dependency on traditional energy sources, lower operating costs, and enhance their green credentials, making this an essential session for forward-thinking operators. Importance: Learn how to effectively integrate these alternative energy solutions to reduce carbon footprints, lower energy costs, and enhance operational resilience, positioning their data centres at the forefront of environmental stewardship and technological innovation.
Speaker biography will be available soon.
Speaker biography will be available soon.
Speaker biography will be available soon.
Tim Foster joined Conrad Energy in 2021 to lead our supply and PPA business. As Director of ‘Energy for Business’, he is responsible for all our tailormade client facing energy solutions, from Match+ green supply through to on-site generation. Tim previously held positions at Sembcorp UK and Statkraft.
Conrad Energy is a leading UK energy company. We’re powering the move towards renewables through innovation and technology. We generate power to support the National Grid when renewables can’t meet demand and we buy, sell and manage energy for businesses nationally. With a portfolio including gas, batteries, solar, wind and hydrogen, our 83 sites, operational or in construction, have a potential to generate 983MW of power making us one of the leading flexible energy providers in the country. Optimised and operated using our market-leading software, iON+, we’re at the forefront of shaping a more efficient energy sector that is both reliable and sustainable. We’re proud to power a changing world, building a better future for us all.
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This roundtable will explore the journey of power within data centers, from grid entry to distribution, conversion, and consumption at the rack level. Discussions will cover UPS and backup systems, real-time power monitoring, load management, cooling demands, and efficiency metrics like PUE. Experts will examine failure scenarios, resiliency strategies, and innovations in optimizing power usage. The session aims to provide insights into enhancing reliability, efficiency, and sustainability in data center power management.
This roundtable will explore the strategic importance of selecting the right location for data centres. Discussions will cover factors such as geographic stability, connectivity, energy availability, regulatory compliance, and proximity to end-users. Data centre managers will gain insights into how location impacts operational efficiency, disaster recovery capabilities, and overall service reliability. Attendees will learn best practices for site selection to ensure their data centres can meet current and future demands, making this a crucial topic for anyone involved in data centre planning and operations. Importance: The roundtable will explore the strategic importance of selecting the right location for data centres, emphasizing how geographical factors such as climate, energy availability, and connectivity can significantly impact operational efficiency and sustainability.
This roundtable will focus on the intersection of sustainability and advanced technology; the discussion will delve into designing data centres that are both environmentally friendly and capable of supporting AI workloads. Topics will include energy-efficient architectures, cooling solutions, modular designs, and the integration of AI for predictive maintenance and operational optimization. Data centre operators will benefit from understanding how to future-proof their facilities while minimizing environmental impact, ensuring they can support the next generation of technology with reduced carbon footprints.
Overview: Understand how to integrate and support new technologies ensures that data centres remain competitive and capable of meeting future demands.
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