News Summary
Houston’s technology sector is witnessing significant growth as Engie North America and Prometheus Hyperscale collaborate to develop new data centers. This partnership signifies Texas’s emergence as a leading hub for tech innovation, with a commitment to sustainability through renewable energy sources. Additionally, Serverfarm plans to establish two new facilities, further boosting the area’s tech capacity. Upcoming innovations, including Toshiba’s advanced power system, highlight the city’s focus on cutting-edge technology and sustainability, making Houston a key player in the tech landscape.
Texas Data Centers Collaboration Announced
Texas is set to witness significant developments in the tech infrastructure sector as Engie North America and Prometheus Hyperscale form a partnership to accelerate the deployment of data centers in the state. The collaboration aims to establish new facilities along the Interstate 35 corridor, leveraging renewable energy sources provided by Engie.
New Data Centers Planned
The data centers will be strategically located in proximity to existing Engie facilities currently under development and those already in operation. While specific financial details of the partnership have not been disclosed, Engie representatives have noted that the company consistently invests between $2 billion and $4 billion annually in the U.S. market. This partnership signifies a continued commitment to expanding infrastructure while utilizing sustainable energy solutions.
Expansion of Serverfarm’s Operations
In addition to Engie and Prometheus, Serverfarm is also expanding its footprint in Texas with plans to develop two data centers in the region. These projects come on the heels of Serverfarm’s acquisition of two data center sites in Houston last year, which encompass a combined total of 250 acres and more than 500MW of capacity.
Details of Projects HTX2 and CTX2
The two planned data centers are designated as HTX2 and CTX2. The HTX2 facility, located at 4801 Betka Road in Hockley, will span 565,000 square feet and is projected to be a $137 million investment. Construction for HTX2 is set to begin in July 2025 and conclude in July 2026. Similarly, the CTX2 facility at 15555 Cutten Road in Houston will cover 438,000 square feet and holds the same budget and timeline as HTX2.
Current Data Center Capacity
Serverfarm’s HOU1 data center, located at 28401 Betka Road, currently accommodates 350,000 square feet with 410MW of customer capacity. The second facility, HOU2 on the Cutten Road campus, offers nearly 500,000 square feet of space and can scale its capacity to 100MW using existing grid power.
Technological Advancements on the Horizon
Further notes indicate that earlier this year, Serverfarm initiated plans for a $3 million remodeling project at its Cutten Road site, referred to as Project Longhorn. Concurrently, Toshiba International Corporation is preparing to deliver its new Uninterruptible Power System (UPS), the Toshiba 3000 SP, to Houston by September 2025. This system is designed specifically for mission-critical applications, highlighting its high reliability and efficiency.
Features of the Toshiba 3000 SP
The Toshiba 3000 SP Series boasts a modular design with up to 8 universal shelves for power or battery modules, which are available in varying capacities (6/12/18/24 kW). Crucially, the UPS architecture supports N+X redundancy, with hot-swappable modules that allow maintenance without interrupting operations.
Advanced monitoring is facilitated through an integrated RemotEye® 5 IIoT card, offering a web application, industrial protocols, and AI-driven analytics to ensure optimal performance of the data centers.
Background on Engie North America and Serverfarm
Engie North America, a subsidiary of the France-based Engie Group, is involved in a range of energy and infrastructure projects across the United States. The expansion into Texas aligns with the trend of increasing reliance on data centers for various industries while focusing on sustainability.
Serverfarm, with its recent entry into the Texas market, aims to enhance its data center offerings, supporting the growing demand for digital infrastructure and energy capacity in an evolving tech landscape.
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
- KHOU: Texas Data Centers
- Data Center Dynamics: Serverfarm
- Houston Chronicle: Houston Space Data
- Business Wire: Toshiba’s 3000 SP Series UPS
- Axios: Texas Data Center Jobs
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