Building Smarter, Scalable Data Centres for the AI Era

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing is fundamentally transforming the data centre landscape. As global power demands are projected to more than double by 2030—reaching an estimated 945 terawatt-hours (TWh)—data centres must evolve to deliver increased capacity, efficiency, and sustainability.

At the same time, new regulations, such as the EU’s requirement for data centres with IT loads above 500 kW to annually disclose environmental KPIs, are shaping industry best practices and expectations. In this new era, designing and operating smarter, more flexible, and scalable data centres is no longer optional—it’s essential.

Intelligent Cooling for High-Density AI Workloads

AI and next-generation workloads rely on densely packed GPUs and advanced hardware that generate unprecedented amounts of heat. Traditional air cooling systems, dependent on vast amounts of chilled air and energy-intensive equipment, are quickly reaching their limits.

Liquid cooling has become a game-changer, directly absorbing heat from the source and enabling higher operating temperatures. For example, NVIDIA has demonstrated equipment running at peak performance using 45°C liquid cooling, opening the door to greater energy efficiency and reduced reliance on compressors and F-gases.

At Coolnet, we offer advanced liquid cooling solutions that not only improve thermal efficiency but also allow data centres to operate more sustainably—even in demanding environments.

Maximizing Density, Minimizing Footprint

As AI drives hardware innovation, compute density is increasing, allowing more processing power per rack and making data centre design more capital-efficient. Higher density architectures mean less physical space is required for more compute, maximizing return on infrastructure investments.

With modular data centre solutions from Coolnet, organizations can deploy scalable, high-density environments that support AI and cloud workloads—without the need for massive real estate expansion.

Integrating IT and Facility Systems

The next generation of data centre infrastructure demands seamless integration between IT and facility systems. Traditionally, these systems were managed separately, but today’s high-intensity compute environments require unified control of servers, power, cooling, and management systems.

At Coolnet, our integrated data centre solutions bring together hardware and facility operations into a single, intelligent ecosystem—enabling smarter energy use, rapid troubleshooting, and scalable performance.

Sustainability by Design

With AI workloads consuming more energy, sustainability has become a core principle of modern data centre architecture. Innovations in cooling, energy optimization, and efficient hardware design are crucial—but true progress depends on sourcing clean energy.

Locating AI infrastructure in regions rich in renewable energy, such as the Nordics, can dramatically reduce the carbon footprint of high-density workloads (learn more about green data centres). At Coolnet, we help clients pursue sustainable design strategies from the ground up.

Future-Ready Data Centres

Success in the AI era requires adaptability. By embracing innovation in construction, designing for flexible scale, and making sustainability a foundational principle, data centre operators can stay ahead of tomorrow’s demands.

The future of AI starts with the data centres we build today.
Discover how Coolnet’s prefabricated modular data centres and liquid cooling solutions can empower your organization for the next generation of digital transformation.

References:
Architecting for the AI era: Data Centre Solutions
NVIDIA Data Center Solutions
Green Data Center – Wikipedia