Coolblock Joins MODERATOR Project to Revolutionize Data Center Cooling
Coolblock, an innovative leader in advanced cooling solutions for data centers, has announced its participation in the MODERATOR project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing data center energy efficiency and sustainability. The project, funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe’s Research and Innovation Program, seeks to address the substantial energy consumption and waste heat challenges faced by data centers worldwide.
Tackling Energy Challenges
Data centers are notorious for their high energy consumption, accounting for approximately 220-230 TWh in 2021, representing about 1% of global electricity demand. Traditional air-cooling methods are inefficient, leading to significant waste heat that is challenging to reuse. The MODERATOR project proposes an innovative solution to this problem through the development and deployment of immersion cooling technology, which promises to drastically improve energy efficiency.
Coolblock’s Role in the MODERATOR Project
Coolblock specializes in liquid immersion cooling solutions, which align perfectly with the MODERATOR project's objectives. By immersing IT hardware in dielectric liquids, Coolblock’s technology significantly enhances heat dissipation and energy efficiency, achieving Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) values below 1.03. This is a substantial improvement over the typical PUE values of 1.6 found in air-cooled data centers.
Innovative Cooling Solutions
Coolblock offers a range of products tailored to various data center needs, including:
1. Archimedes: An indoor modular solution ideal for large-scale data centers, capable of reducing IT failures by 60% and extending hardware lifespan by 30%.
2. Athena: An outdoor solution for telco carriers and edge computing, designed for autonomous installation in diverse environments.
3. Atlantis: A comprehensive solution for major cloud providers, offering unparalleled density and efficiency.
These solutions use the Poseidon Liquid Coolant, a biodegradable and highly efficient dielectric liquid that provides uniform heat dissipation, protects hardware from oxidation and dust, and can last up to 20 years without replacement.
The MODERATOR Prototype
The MODERATOR project will showcase an integrated prototype featuring Coolblock’s immersion cooling technology along with advanced heat storage systems. Key components include:
- Immersion Cooling System: Utilizing dielectric coolants to achieve high energy efficiency.
- Phase-Change Material (PCM): Innovative materials for long-term heat storage.
- Multilayered Insulation: Cutting-edge insulation technology to minimize heat loss during storage.
This modular and sustainable approach will demonstrate how data centers can efficiently utilize waste heat, thereby reducing their environmental impact and operational costs.
A Sustainable Future
Coolblock's participation in the MODERATOR project underscores its commitment to pioneering sustainable and efficient data center technologies. By integrating advanced cooling systems with innovative heat recovery solutions, the project aims to set new standards for energy efficiency in the industry.
The collaboration promises to not only revolutionize data center operations but also contribute significantly to global energy conservation efforts. As data centers continue to grow in number and capacity, innovations like those from Coolblock and the MODERATOR project are crucial for a sustainable future.
