Friday, 10 October, 2025
China's Underwater Data Center Near Shanghai Aims to Slash Cooling Energy by 90%
China is set to deploy an innovative underwater data center off Shanghai, aiming to reduce cooling energy consumption by up to 90%. Developed by Highlander, the project utilizes natural ocean currents for cooling and is powered predominantly by offshore wind energy. While the initiative promises significant energy savings, experts caution about potential ecological impacts and technical challenges associated with underwater infrastructure.
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