How to Reduce Data Center Power Costs Without Increasing Downtime Risk

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How to Reduce Data Center Power Costs Without Increasing Downtime Risk

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The podcast episode focuses on achieving a balance between reducing power costs and maintaining reliability in data centers. It highlights the challenges associated with minimizing energy costs, such as potential downtime and reliability compromises, especially in edge data centers with tighter budgets. The episode also discusses variables like peak demand charges and grid pricing volatility that can inflate power bills. The strategies for managing these concerns, like load smoothing and predictive load management, are considered, along with the nuances of different power sources. The benefits of microgrids are raised, offering stability and cost predictability. The episode concludes by addressing common cost-reduction mistakes in data centers and emphasizing the necessity of a balanced, holistic approach to energy management.

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