Building an Ecosystem
Integrating Energy for Mixed-Use Industrial, Cold Storage, CEA, and Data Centers
Overview of the Ecosystem Concept
To design, develop, and build modular Power Centers that provide data centers with dedicated sources of clean, efficient energy—empowering a sustainable digital future through innovation, collaboration, and community engagement.
Data Centers
By employing highly efficient cogeneration and integrating renewable energy, we significantly minimize the carbon emissions associated with data center operations, supporting global sustainability goals.
Decentralized Power Generation
We utilize a blend of natural gas cogeneration (Combined Heat and Power), renewable energy sources (solar, wind), and advanced energy storage technologies to create reliable and resilient power supplies tailored to data centers' specific needs.
CO₂ Capture and Utilization
Our innovative systems capture CO₂ emissions from power generation and repurpose them to enhance greenhouse plant growth or supply to food and beverage industries, creating a circular economy.
Key Components of the Ecosystem
Data Centers
• Serve as the primary anchor tenants in the ecosystem, requiring a stable, reliable, and high-capacity power supply.
• Generate waste heat during operations that can be captured and repurposed for heating or other applications within the ecosystem.
Mixed-Use Industrial Facilities
• Include manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics units that benefit from proximity to data centers and shared infrastructure.
• Can leverage the power, cooling, and waste management systems designed for data centers.
Cold Storage Facilities
• Critical for preserving perishable goods and supporting supply chains for agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and other industries.
• Benefit from waste heat generated by data centers, which can be used for absorption chilling, reducing the need for additional electricity for cooling.
Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)
• Involves the use of greenhouses, vertical farms, and other advanced agricultural systems that rely on controlled environments to maximize yield. • Utilize CO2 emissions captured from data centers for enhanced plant growth.
• Benefit from waste heat for maintaining optimal growing temperatures.
Enhanced Grid Resiliency
Energy Perspective: Synergistic Integration of Resources
From an energy perspective, the ecosystem is designed to leverage the synergies between these facilities to optimize energy use, reduce waste, and enhance sustainability. Here’s how each component can work together:
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The Challenge: Power Constraints in Columbus
• Limited Power Availability: The “big four” hyperscalers dominate the power market in Columbus, making it challenging for new colocation operators to secure the necessary energy for their data centers.
• Growing Demand: As Columbus becomes a strategic location for digital infrastructure, demand for data center space continues to rise, intensifying the competition for scarce power resources.
• Need for Sustainable Solutions: Data centers are under increasing pressure to meet sustainability goals, requiring innovative energy solutions that reduce carbon footprints and ensure reliable power supply.
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Key Benefits of Partnering with EnergiAcres
• Guaranteed Power Availability: Avoid grid constraints with reliable natural gas microgrids.
• Sustainability Leadership: Meet green energy targets with district energy platforms and carbon utilization.
• Scalable and Flexible Growth: Expand your data center footprint with energy solutions that grow with you.
• Market Differentiation: Stand out by offering clients energy-efficient, sustainable data center services.
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The Value Proposition for Colo Operators in Columbus
1. Overcome Power Barriers:
EnergiAcres’ natural gas microgrids provide a reliable power source, breaking the monopoly of hyperscalers and enabling new entrants to establish and expand in the Columbus market.
2. Achieve Sustainability Goals:
Our sustainable district energy platforms help data centers meet stringent sustainability targets by integrating renewables, capturing carbon, and optimizing energy use.
3. Reduce Risk and Enhance Reliability:
Independent microgrids offer resilience against grid instability, power outages, and market volatility, ensuring continuous and reliable power supply.
4. Leverage Innovative Technology:
EnergiAcres employs AI-driven analytics, digital twins, and blockchain technology to optimize energy management, provide real-time insights, and ensure transparency and compliance.
5. Unlock New Revenue Streams:
Participation in district energy systems allows data centers to monetize surplus power, waste heat, and carbon credits, creating new opportunities for profitability.
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Why Columbus? Why Now?
• Strategic Location: Columbus is a critical nexus for data infrastructure, positioned at the intersection of major fiber optic networks and logistics routes.
• Growing Market Demand: Increasing demand for digital services and cloud computing drives the need for additional data center capacity.
• EnergiAcres’ Advantage: By tapping into alternative energy sources and deploying innovative energy platforms, EnergiAcres offers a unique opportunity to enter the Columbus market despite power constraints.
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Why Partner with EnergiAcres
• Strategic Location: Columbus is a critical nexus for data infrastructure, positioned at the intersection of major fiber optic networks and logistics routes.
• Growing Market Demand: Increasing demand for digital services and cloud computing drives the need for additional data center capacity.
• EnergiAcres’ Advantage: By tapping into alternative energy sources and deploying innovative energy platforms, EnergiAcres offers a unique opportunity to enter the Columbus market despite power constraints.
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