Data Centers

Safety is one of the most critical concerns for data center operators, particularly when it comes to fire risk. Data centers house rows of high-performance servers, storage arrays, and networking equipment that must be kept running 24/7. Traditional lithium-ion batteries, often used in backup power systems, carry inherent risks of thermal runaway, where overheating can lead to fires or explosions. For a data center, a fire could result in catastrophic losses—not just to hardware but to critical customer data, leading to massive financial and reputational damage.

Alsym Green addresses these concerns head-on with its inherently non-flammable chemistry. This eliminates the risk of thermal runaway and ensures that, even in extreme conditions or physical damage scenarios, the system will not catch fire. For data centers with large server farms and costly equipment, this is a significant safety advantage. By choosing Alsym Green, operators can mitigate one of the greatest risks to their infrastructure and avoid costly downtime and damage.

Moreover, Alsym Green operates in a wide temperature range without needing complex cooling systems. This capability not only enhances the safety profile of the BESS but also reduces the need for expensive fire suppression systems, such as sprinklers or chemical-based solutions. In an environment where data integrity and uptime are paramount, Alsym Green provides data center operators with peace of mind, knowing that their power backup system poses no risk of fire or explosion.

As data center operators face increasing pressure from stakeholders and regulators to meet 100% renewable energy targets, the need for efficient energy storage solutions has become more urgent. Many companies, particularly in tech-driven industries, have committed to sourcing their data centers’ energy from renewable sources such as solar and wind. However, the intermittent nature of these energy sources presents significant challenges, as data centers require constant, reliable power 24/7, while renewable energy production can fluctuate based on weather conditions or time of day.

Alsym Green offers a practical solution to this challenge by enabling data centers to store renewable energy during periods of high generation and discharge it during times of high demand or when renewable sources are unavailable. The wide-duration energy storage capabilities of Alsym Green—ranging from 2 to 110 hours of discharge—allow data centers to smooth out the intermittency of renewable power sources, ensuring a stable supply of electricity even during lulls in production. This helps data center operators meet their renewable energy targets without compromising the reliability of their operations.

Furthermore, Alsym Green supports the efficient integration of renewable energy into microgrids, enabling data centers to operate with greater energy independence. As more data centers are built in remote locations, or in regions with unreliable grid connections, Alsym Green can ensure continuous power availability while reducing reliance on fossil fuels. By incorporating Alsym Green into their energy strategy, data center operators can align with corporate sustainability goals, reduce carbon footprints, and demonstrate a strong commitment to environmental responsibility.

For data centers, any power disruption can result in significant downtime, hardware damage, and lost data. Data center hardware has also become increasingly expensive, particularly with the rise of AI computation, which relies on advanced and power-hungry GPUs and TPUs. Ensuring a reliable, uninterrupted power supply is critical not only for maintaining server operations but also for protecting this valuable hardware.

Alsym Green provides high-performance energy storage that ensures data centers remain operational even during grid outages or fluctuations in power supply. With its wide discharge range, Alsym Green can supply backup power for hours or even days, ensuring that servers, cooling systems, and other critical infrastructure stay online. In addition, its fast recharge time (as little as 4 hours) means that Alsym Green is ready to provide power again quickly, minimizing the risk of prolonged downtime in the event of multiple outages.

Energy reliability is also critical for maintaining environmental controls in a data center. Temperature regulation is essential to prevent overheating of expensive hardware, particularly in high-density server environments where AI workloads are processed. Alsym Green’s ability to deliver consistent, uninterrupted power to cooling systems ensures that data centers can maintain optimal conditions for their hardware, reducing the risk of costly equipment failures.

With Alsym Green, data center operators can ensure that their facilities are protected from grid instability, improve their energy resilience, and extend the lifespan of their hardware by preventing sudden power losses or surges. This makes Alsym Green an indispensable tool for modern data centers focused on high-performance, AI-driven workloads.

• Renewable Energy Backup: Data centers increasingly aim to operate on renewable energy sources, but the intermittent nature of solar and wind power can result in inconsistent energy availability. Alsym Green provides a reliable way to store excess renewable energy and release it during periods of high demand or when renewable sources are offline. This ensures that data centers can operate sustainably without compromising uptime.
• Support for Data Centers in Hot Climates: Data centers located in hot climates face additional challenges in maintaining optimal environmental conditions. High ambient temperatures can strain cooling systems, increase energy consumption, and raise the risk of hardware overheating. Alsym Green’s wide operational temperature range makes it ideal for data centers in hot climates, ensuring reliable power to both servers and reducing the amount of power required to cool battery cells within the BESS.
• Grid-Independent Operations: In remote locations or regions with unreliable grid connections, data centers must ensure energy independence to maintain continuous operations. Alsym Green can be integrated into a microgrid setup, allowing data centers to store energy from renewable sources or the grid and discharge it as needed, ensuring uninterrupted power supply. This reduces the need for diesel generators, lowering operational costs and emissions.
• AI Workload Support: As data centers shift toward supporting AI computation, which requires substantial processing power, energy consumption increases dramatically. Alsym Green offers wide-duration energy storage to meet the power demands of AI workloads, ensuring that high-performance GPUs and TPUs remain operational even during grid fluctuations or outages.
• Disaster Recovery: Natural disasters or severe weather events can disrupt the grid for extended periods. Alsym Green provides a robust disaster recovery solution by offering backup power that can last for hours or even days, allowing data centers to maintain critical functions until the grid is restored. This is especially important for ensuring the safety of stored data and the smooth continuation of cloud services.
• Energy Cost Management: Data centers consume a large amount of electricity, making energy costs a significant part of their operational expenses. Alsym Green helps manage these costs by storing energy during off-peak hours when electricity is cheaper and discharging it during peak periods when prices are higher. This peak-shaving capability allows data centers to optimize energy consumption and reduce overall electricity bills while maintaining uninterrupted operations.