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Start Campus partners with Nautilus Data Technologies for sustainable cooling
Start Campus , the company responsible for developing the SINES Project – a 495 MW hyperscale data centre development – and Nautilus Data Technologies have announced a strategic Memorandum of Understanding ( MoU ) for Nautilus ’ cooling technology to support sustainable cooling for Start Campus ’ s SINES Project operations .
Under the terms of the MoU , Start Campus will integrate Nautilus ’ pioneering zero-water consuming cooling system , a patented technology proven to elevate energy efficiency and cooling capabilities across various phases of the project . As stated in the agreement , Start Campus and Nautilus will be working together to implement cooling technology during Phase 1 of construction , currently underway in Sines , Portugal . . The units will aid in enhancing existing cooling designs at the campus to fulfil Start Campus ’ s high-density , liquid-cooled server requirements . In Phase 2 , Start Campus plans to leverage the full Nautilus ’ integrated technology and delivery solution for its 120MW expansion .
“ At Start Campus , we believe in pushing the boundaries of what ' s possible in the data centre ecosystem ,” said Afonso Salema , CEO of Start Campus . “ Start Campus is always thrilled to find dedicated partners who share our vision for a sustainable and efficient data centre model . This partnership with Nautilus aligns perfectly with our mission to explore innovative solutions that maximise efficiency while minimising environmental impact . We can ’ t wait to see the future of this collaboration .”
Rob Pfleging , CEO of Nautilus Data Technologies , added : “ Nautilus provides the foundational infrastructure that , when combined with partners like Start Campus , paves the way for the most efficient and sustainable data centres . Teaming up with Start Campus , a visionary in the data centre sector , allows us to elevate the efficiency and environmental stewardship of our solutions . Together , we are reshaping the blueprint of tomorrow ' s data centre landscape .”
The signed agreement solidifies the shared ambition of Start Campus and Nautilus to revolutionise data centre development through green innovation . Their combined expertise promises to shape the future of the industry , embracing sustainable practices and advanced cooling solutions .
As the partnership evolves , both entities foresee Nautilus ’ patented water-cooling system playing an integral role in Start Campus ' designs . The mutual goal is to incorporate the full breadth of Nautilus ’ cutting-edge technology across future projects , driving greater efficiency and sustainability in the data centre sector . � www . intelligentdatacentres . com
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