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Mitsubishi Compressor Goes Big On CO2 Compression

2 weeks ago | esgreview.net | Drew Robb

By Drew RobbCO2 compressors are playing an increasing role as part of the decarbonization movement. They are needed for various aspects of the carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) value chain. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Compressor Corp. (known as MCO) is going all out to corner a large slice of the CO2 compression market.
Powering Sustainable Data Centers of Tomorrow

3 weeks ago | datacenterknowledge.com | Drew Robb

It will come as no surprise that AI was the hot topic at last year’s Data Center World. A quick review of the agenda for Data Center World 2025 reveals a subtle shift from AI itself to the infrastructure needed to support and scale the technology. The event centers on power availability and reliability, as well as data center design, cooling, and sustainability – all of which are key to supporting today’s AI and high-performance computing infrastructure.
The Promise Of Ammonia

3 weeks ago | esgreview.net | Drew Robb

By Drew RobbThe last few years have seen a lot of attention given to gas turbines that can operate on hydrogen. But a more practical solution, in some cases, may be machines that run on ammonia. Baker Hughes and Hanwha are partnering to develop small-size ammonia turbines. The agreement focuses on the creation of dual-fuel turbines that are capable of 100% ammonia combustion. One of the design goals is to deliver efficiency comparable to reciprocating engines while minimizing carbon emissions.
A New Approach To Energy Storage

3 weeks ago | esgreview.net | Drew Robb

By Drew RobbThe aspirations of wind and solar energy to dominate the grid falter due to their intermittent nature. Enter battery energy storage systems (BESS) are a way to store excess renewables for use at times when the sun isn’t shining, or the wind isn’t blowing. However, BESS only provides four hours of energy. What is needed is a solution that provides power over a longer strength of time. Enter long-duration energy storage (LDES) developer and operator Hydrostor.
AI Needs a Cooling Revolution to Achieve Its Potential. How Close Are We?

4 weeks ago | datacenterknowledge.com | Drew Robb

Data Center Knowledge has been closely following the progress of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) COOLERCHIPS initiative. Last year, we covered ARPA-E program director Peter de Bock’s presentation at Data Center World and interviewed him for an update on the progress of the program.
Can Hybrid Energy Systems Solve the Data Center Power Problem?

1 month ago | datacenterknowledge.com | Drew Robb

Data center developers are scrambling to find the power they need to run demanding applications. In many cases, the grid either doesn’t have it or won’t have it available fast enough. As a result, hybrid arrangements are emerging in which new data centers are powered by a collection of sources. At the recent PowerGen International conference in Dallas, the concept of hybrid energy systems was discussed.
Unprecedented Data Center Construction Rush to Handle 1000% Capacity Surge by 2030

1 month ago | afcom.com | Drew Robb

Unprecedented Data Center Construction Rush to Handle 1000% Capacity Surge by 2030 Tuesday, March 11, 2025 (0 Comments) By Drew Robb The AI boom is turbocharging unprecedented demand for data center construction. IT analyst firm Omdia notes that in 2020, AI applications accounted for 10% of data center power capacity.
Baker Hughes LM9000 Gas Turbines To Move Large Compressors Used In Argent LNG Liquefaction

1 month ago | esgreview.net | Drew Robb

By Drew RobbArgent LNG has selected Baker Hughes as the provider of liquefaction solutions and related services for its proposed liquified natural gas (LNG) export facility in Port Fourchon, Louisiana. Baker Hughes will supply liquefaction solutions, power generation equipment, and gas compression systems for the facility, which is set to deliver approximately 24 MTPA of LNG. Phase 1 construction is targeted to begin in 2026, with commercial operations expected by 2030.
Trump’s Former Energy Secretary Predicts How the Energy Market Will Transform

1 month ago | esgreview.net | Drew Robb

By Drew RobbAt the Baker Hughes Annual Meeting in Italy in February, Dan Brouillette, 15th US Energy Secretary during President Trump’s first term, spoke about the changes in US energy policy, how the market is likely to transform, and how this might impact the data center sector. He was quick to point out that he holds no official position in the administration and that his data should not be construed as anything other than conjecture and opinion.
Energy Transition Investment Trends

1 month ago | esgreview.net | Drew Robb

By Drew RobbWith US$2 trillion invested in energy transition projects globally in 2024, one would think that everything was rosy on the net-zero and sustainability front. But when you look more deeply into the numbers, a mix of good and bad news emerges. Jon Moore, CEO (chief executive officer) of green investment analyst firm BloombergNEF, laid out the numbers during the Baker Hughes Annual Meeting 2025 in Florence, Italy. Some areas remain strong, some are weak, and a few have leveled off.