Vertiv and Tecogen, a clean energy company specializing in ultra-efficient on-site power, heating, and cooling equipment, have announced a strategic partnership aimed at addressing power constraints in data centers worldwide. This collaboration will see Vertiv integrating Tecogen’s advanced natural gas-powered chiller technology into its portfolio, enhancing cooling solutions for power-constrained data centers and facilitating the deployment of AI at scale.
As the demand for power in Artificial Intelligence computing and critical digital infrastructure continues to rise, many regions are experiencing strain on their power grids. Tecogen’s natural gas-powered chiller technology, which has been proven over 40 years in demanding 24/7 applications such as healthcare and process cooling, offers a solution to reduce grid strain. Vertiv, with over 60 years of experience in providing cooling, power, and IT management for data centers, sees this partnership as a significant step towards delivering cost-effective and resilient infrastructure solutions that leverage alternative energy resources.
This global partnership underscores Vertiv and Tecogen’s commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for the data center industry, addressing the growing need for efficient and reliable cooling technologies.
“We are excited to partner with Tecogen to bring innovative cooling solutions to our customers,” said George Hannah, Senior Director of Chilled Water Systems at Vertiv. “Integrating Tecogen’s technology into our portfolio allows data center operators to overcome power constraints, optimize energy usage, and confidently expand their AI capabilities.”
“This relationship is advantageous for both parties,” said Abinand Rangesh, Chief Executive Officer at Tecogen. “For Tecogen, having a world-renowned partner like Vertiv enables us to scale rapidly in the data center market. By combining Vertiv’s expertise in end-to-end data center thermal systems with Tecogen’s proven natural gas-powered chiller technology, the collaboration offers a compelling value proposition for data centers aiming to enhance performance while managing energy consumption effectively.”
