The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries and increasing the dependence on data centers. The intensive use of AI computational resources is generating high energy consumption to operate servers and maintain cooling in these spaces, highlighting the need to adopt resilient energy solutions, efficient and sustainable to ensure a clean supply, stable and uninterrupted
For this reason, AI drives the expansion and modernization of data centers worldwide. According to a report from Goldman Sachs, the demand for energy in these centers is projected to grow by 165% by 2030, driven by AI. The occupancy rate of data centers (currently 85%) is expected to rise to 95% by the end of 2026. Still, AI is expected to account for about 27% of energy demand by 2027, against 14% today
Although recent developments have shown a lower energy requirement for training and operating the models, the energy impact of AI remains significant. In light of this scenario, data centers need to invest in infrastructure that ensures energy quality, without flaws. And the solution to this is in the UPS, that supports businesses by providing energy reliability, reducing the risks of interruptions that result in failures in AI systems, with data loss and huge financial losses
The UPSs provide greater flexibility and operational efficiency by functioning as true smart hubs for energy management. Developed with cutting-edge technologies and designed for long-lasting durability, UPSs optimize power distribution and reduce waste in data centers. They enable centers to scale their operations as needed, without losing power and achieving total stability and predictability. With the UPSs, companies can focus on business while becoming more sustainable, monitoring the health of the electrical grid and adjusting the energy distribution according to the workload
The technological advancement and the growing use of AI have made energy a central factor in the competitiveness of data centers. However, this revolution will only be sustainable if it is properly nourished. For the companies that manage these environments, the issue goes beyond the guarantee of continuous availability, making it imperative that they also rethink how energy is managed to avoid waste, mitigate environmental impacts and maintain competitive advantage in the long term
Invest in robust systems, like next-generation UPSs, together with intelligent energy generation strategies, focusing on renewable sources, it is essential for these centers to be the foundational infrastructure that supports innovation and the security of AI initiatives. Thus, with the digital revolution walking side by side with the energy revolution in business, data centers can move towards a responsible future, sustainable and innovative
