ABB Launches Infinitus Portfolio to Meet AI Data Center Power Demands
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What happened
ABB announced the launch of Infinitus, a portfolio of direct current (DC) solutions aimed at managing the growing power demands of AI data centers. The company stated that next-generation AI chips are expected to draw 1 MW per rack, up from the current average of 200 kW. The portfolio encourages a shift to DC architecture, such as 800 VDC distribution, to improve energy efficiency and reduce heat losses compared to conventional AC systems.
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Why it matters
The International Energy Agency projects that global data center electricity demand could more than double by 2030. ABB noted that a 5% efficiency gain in a 500 MW data center campus could equate to 25 MW more power for revenue-generating IT loads. The company estimates that 25-40% of new capacity installed by 2030 might utilize DC distribution.
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Who's involved
- ABB GroupLaunched Infinitus, a portfolio of DC solutions to address AI data center power demands.
- InfinitusThe specific portfolio of direct current (DC) solutions launched by ABB to manage power demands.
- International Energy AgencyThe organization whose projections regarding global data center electricity demand were referenced by ABB.
- Boston Consulting GroupAuthored a report with ABB calculating the potential revenue gains from DC distribution efficiency.
- ABBThe company whose market segment is targeted by the Infinitus portfolio.
Who could feel it
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- ABB GroupSpeculative
ABB could see its market share increase by establishing leadership in high-efficiency DC power solutions.
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The entities involved
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ABB Group
Swedish-Swiss robotics and electrical equipment company
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Infinitus
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International Energy Agency
autonomous intergovernmental organisation
Related events
- AI growth is driving increased electricity demand for data centers, with companies like AMD and AT&T needing to meet these infrastructure needs.
- The International Energy Agency released data detailing global electricity usage by data centers and networks.
- IEA report projects massive energy growth driven by data center expansion.
- Electrovaya reports on the growth of power demand driven by AI infrastructure.
- IEA released estimates on data center water consumption, with commentary from experts like Eric Masanet.