As rising costs resulting from Europe ’ s energy crisis begin to settle , the report , Race to Resilience , indicates that ongoing energy instability means power supply remains a major concern for the European data centre market .

According to Aggreko , major questions remain over the future security of data centre operators ’ energy supply , with power outages , connection delays and rising fees only serving to compound the issue .

Moreover , with multiple European countries set to end their energy relief packages for businesses by the end of 2024 and the EU ’ s gas price cap

agreement also ending in February 2024 , concern is being raised that this will add to the severity of this situation .

In an effort to address these concerns , Aggreko ’ s report explores how facilities can meet both short and long-term power demands , highlighting a revised approach to decentralised energy as an effective route to improve security of

supply , reduce transmission losses and lower carbon emissions .

Chris Rason , Managing Director , Aggreko Energy Services , said : “ Energy-related challenges have been a burgeoning issue for the European data centre market over the past decade . While much has changed in this time , it is clear that this issue will not be decreasing in severity any time soon and a re-evaluation of power procurement methods is necessary to guarantee security of supply for the future .

“ Aggreko ’ s Race to Resilience report aims to bridge the gap between today ’ s challenges of exponential energy demand and supply disruptions , with tomorrow ’ s objectives of security and sustainability .”

The report gives practical examples of decentralised solutions in action , including microgrids , gas-powered generators , combined heat and power , and energy storage . �

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