How do You Evaluate a Website?
How do you tell whether or not a website is going to be worth your while? How do you confirm that you are getting the best most reliable information possible? Or if you are designing a website of your own how do you make it the best possible site for your users? By checking off […]
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Problems with Data Centers
Smaller technical issues Everyone talks about the big stuff when it comes to data centers, the massive energy bills and the constant battle to keep everything cool. But ask anyone who actually works in one of these facilities, and they'll tell you about the hundred little headaches that keep them up at night. These aren't […]
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Immersion Cooling
Immersion Cooling Immersion cooling is an advanced thermal management method that submerges computer hardware directly into a specially engineered, non-conductive liquid to keep it cool. Unlike traditional cooling systems that rely on air or liquid flowing through closed loops in pipes and heat sinks, immersion cooling works by allowing heat to transfer directly from electronic […]
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Common Problems with Energy Audits
Energy Audits An energy audit is a comprehensive, methodical investigation into how energy is used within a building, facility, or system. It’s not simply a once-over of utility bills or a checklist of whether lights are turned off at night—it’s an in-depth diagnostic process, akin to a full physical for a structure’s energy metabolism. At […]
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Bio-Inspired Innovation
What is Bio-Inspired Innovation? Bio-inspired innovation, also known as biomimicry or bioinspiration, is a transformative approach to design and problem-solving that draws directly from nature. It does not merely copy the appearance of natural forms, but utilizes it to understand and emulate the beauty and structure already present in nature. Biological organisms have evolved over […]
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AI is a Derivative Engine
What is AI? Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most transformative technological advancements of the modern era, revolutionizing industries, scientific research, and everyday life. It refers to the simulation of human intelligence by machines, enabling them to perform tasks that typically require human cognition, such as problem-solving, decision-making, language comprehension, and learning. AI encompasses […]
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Measuring Sustainability
What is Sustainability? Sustainability is both a guiding philosophy and a practical framework for ensuring that humanity thrives without degrading the natural systems we depend on. At its heart lies the recognition that our activities—from agriculture and industry to urban development and energy production—are embedded within complex ecological webs. The modern conception of sustainability can […]
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Energized Engineering - Motivate to Innovate
Collaboration Engineering collaboration is the secret ingredient that transforms isolated expertise into breakthrough solutions. When electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil engineers come together with architects and other stakeholders around a challenge, like designing a next-generation data center or zero-energy building, they bring unique mental toolkits shaped by years of tackling specific problems. One engineer might […]
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Data Center Energy Use - Country Comparisons
Leading Countries United States: The United States stands out as the global leader in data center construction and energy consumption. In particular, the Northern Virginia market is home to over 8,000 data centers, underscoring the scale of the nation’s digital infrastructure. This region alone is estimated to contribute a substantial portion of the nation's energy […]
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Data Center Water Management
How much water do Data Centers use? In 2025, data centers have become an integral part of our technological landscape, and their water consumption is emerging as a critical environmental concern. Data centers underpin everything from cloud computing and streaming services to artificial intelligence and machine learning and they may require enormous volumes of water […]
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