Optimising Data Centres: The Future of Hybrid Cooling Solutions
Now Available On-Demand
This roundtable will delve into the latest advancements in hybrid cooling technologies, combining traditional air cooling with innovative liquid cooling systems. Attendees will explore the benefits of hybrid cooling, such as enhanced energy efficiency, reduced operational costs, and improved environmental sustainability. Industry experts will share case studies, best practices, and implementation strategies, offering a comprehensive understanding of how hybrid cooling can optimize data centre performance. Join us to network with peers, discuss emerging trends, and gain actionable insights to future-proof your data centre infrastructure. Importance: Understanding how hybrid cooling systems can significantly enhance energy efficiency and reduce operational costs, while simultaneously supporting sustainability goals.
Speakers
David Watkins
Solutions Director
VIRTUS Data Centres
David Watkins is the solutions director at VIRTUS Data Centres, heading up the Solutions Team that works with customers to provide customised solutions. He has been at VIRTUS since 2009, where he has previously held the roles of service delivery director and head of operations. David has a technical and commercial background and can often be found speaking about sustainability at data centre industry events as well as authoring articles on the topic, which he is passionate and knowledgeable about. Prior to joining VIRTUS, David spent more than 15 years at Unisys. His last role with the company was head of data centres UKMEA.
Julia Carpenter
Co-founder and CEO
Apheros
Julia Carpenter is the cofounder and CEO of Apheros which was built to commercialize the metal foam heat exchangers she invented during her PhD. A material scientist by training, she was recently named on of MIT Technology Reviews 35 Innovators under 35. Under her leadership, Apheros has launched numerous partnerships in DLC and immersion cooling to design and manufacture metal foam-based heat exchangers and wicking structures . First commercial products are expected in early 2026.
Alistair Barnes
Head of Mechanical Engineering
Colt DCS
Speaker biography will be available soon.
Phil Alsop
Editor
Data Centre Solutions
Speaker biography will be available soon.
Speakers subject to change.
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