Edged Energy taps PowerSecure to supply energy solutions for Atlanta data center
Edged Energy is deploying PowerSecure’s electrical and mechanical systems for its data center platform. This collaboration, part of a six-year alliance, marks a milestone with the opening of Edged Energy's first North American data center in Atlanta.
PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary and an energy solutions provider, is supplying PowerBlocks with EPA-certified Tier 4 Final ultra-low-emissions on-site backup generation at the Edged Atlanta Campus.
Chris Cummiskey, CEO of PowerSecure, said the company sees itself as a key supplier of energy solutions to data centers, as "Tremendous load growth is affecting utilities nationwide.”
Focus on sustainability
A key focus of Edged Energy’s data centers is environmental sustainability.
The company’s data centers are optimized for energy efficiency and water conservation. According to the provider, its facilities are designed to cut overhead energy consumption by 74% portfolio-wide and operate efficiently, even in the hottest climates. Advanced cooling systems support high-density AI workloads while consuming no water for cooling.
The Edged Atlanta Campus includes PowerSecure PowerBlocks with EPA-certified Tier 4 Final ultra-low emissions on-site backup generation. Tier 4 Final represents the most rigorous EPA emission standards for stationary diesel engines. According to the company, engines that comply with these requirements contribute to cleaner air, enhanced fuel efficiency, and better performance.
Onsite power generation
Given the more significant challenges posed to energy grids, Edged Energy’s facilities are designed to create power on-site.
The campus can implement a patented autonomous frequency control system for on-site power generation. Full microgrid connectivity with the local grid enhances the campus's reliability and resilience, supporting continuous operations under adverse conditions.
It also features a fully automated, self-healing 24.9 kV medium voltage distribution system, providing energy efficiency.
Designed as a 168 MW critical IT campus, the Edged Atlanta Campus includes the recently completed 27 MW data center, a second 100 MW facility currently under construction, and a third 41 MW facility.
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