Data Center World 2025

As data centers grapple with increasing power densities and environmental pressures, liquid cooling emerges as a game-changing solution. This session presents research comparing liquid and air cooling systems through lifecycle carbon analysis. Discussion will cover how liquid cooling can reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions by up to 50%, while also supporting higher compute densities and nearly zero water usage. Although initial costs may be higher, liquid cooling proves to be a more sustainable and cost-effective option when considered from a lifecycle perspective.

An exploration of how this technology is reshaping data center design will be included – from reducing physical footprints to optimizing resource utilization. The relevance of power management in data centers cannot be overstated, as efficient cooling solutions directly influence energy costs and overall performance. By effectively managing power consumption, organizations can ensure optimal operations and sustainability. This session is crucial for operators, designers, and sustainability managers seeking to lower their environmental impact while ensuring cost-efficiency in data center operations. Learn how liquid cooling is revolutionizing data center design, enabling higher compute densities and sustainability, and is now positioned as the new standard for high-performance facilities in the AI era.

Takeaway

• Understand the environmental and cost differences between liquid and conventional air cooling through a comparative LCA
• Explore how adopting liquid cooling impacts data center design, reducing building size and water use
• Gain insights into lifecycle cost implications and the potential for achieving cost neutrality
• Learn how liquid cooling can cut operational and embodied carbon emissions by up to 50%