China launches world's first wind-powered underwater data center off Shanghai coast
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Felicity Bradstock
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China has launched the world's first wind-powered underwater data center off the coast of Shanghai, investing approximately $238 million in the 24 MW-capacity Shanghai Lingang undersea data center demonstration. This innovative approach aims to address the massive computing power demands of AI while seeking greener, more sustainable alternatives to traditional land-based data centers. The underwater model leverages ocean cooling and renewable wind energy to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.
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· 3 pulledChina launched the world's first wind-powered underwater data centre off the coast of Shanghai, with an investment of around $238 million.
The data centre industry has taken off in the last few years, as tech companies look to develop the massive computing power needed to run complex operations, such as artificial intelligence.
Some countries are looking to establish innovative models in alternative locations, such as underwater.
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