Power, water and place: what makes the optimal data center location? | Andrew DesRochers

As AI demand continues to grow, so does the public scrutiny of the data centres that provide it. With more data centres being built to meet that demand, running these facilities efficiently has never been more important. Communities are also increasingly asking what impact this infrastructure will have on local resources, while misinformation and conflicting claims around the topic can make it difficult to separate fact from fiction.This week on Technology Now, Andrew DesRochers, Principal Technologist for Sustainable Transformation at HPE, joins the show to discuss: The importance that geography has on the efficiency of data centresHow cooling techniques are evolving to meet AI demandsWhy it’s necessary for IT companies to foster a transparent relationship with the publicWhat the next generation of data centres might look like🎧 Listen for a front-line view of where enterprise technology is headed.Technology Now is HPE’s flagship, award-winning podcast that brings enterprise innovation to life – featuring real conversations with leaders, customers, and experts on how AI, cloud, and networking are shaping the future of business. Join hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell each Thursday for a new episode on how technology drives real change for companies and consumers, and why everyone should be invested in the conversation.This episode is available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple and wherever you get your podcasts.About Andrew:https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewdesrochers/