Oklo and Vertiv to Develop Sustainable Data Center Power and Cooling Solutions

Oklo and Vertiv are partnering to develop power and cooling solutions for hyperscale and colocation data centers. The collaboration aims to utilize steam and electricity generated by Oklo's advanced nuclear power plants to enhance energy efficiency in data centers. The pilot technology demonstration is planned for the first Oklo Aurora powerhouse, with the goal of providing reliable power for AI and high-performance computing while minimizing environmental impact.

Oklo Inc. and Vertiv have announced a strategic collaboration to develop advanced power and thermal management solutions tailored for hyperscale and colocation data centers. The partnership leverages steam and electricity generated by Oklo’s advanced nuclear power plants to enhance energy efficiency in data centers [1][2].

Oklo, a leading nuclear technology company, and Vertiv, a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, aim to co-optimize power and cooling systems. The pilot technology demonstration is set to commence at the initial Oklo Aurora powerhouse, addressing the rising power demand in U.S. data centers. By integrating Oklo's clean energy generation with Vertiv's advanced power and thermal management systems, the collaboration aims to minimize environmental impact while providing reliable power for AI and high-performance computing operations [1][2].

Jacob DeWitte, Co-Founder and CEO of Oklo, emphasized the significance of this partnership: "This agreement is about delivering clean power, energy-efficient cooling, and infrastructure solutions purpose-built for AI factories, data centers, and high-density compute. We are developing a plant concept that leverages proven, off-the-shelf components without altering the core design of our plants. Vertiv is an expert in cooling and power innovation for data centers and critical infrastructure, so co-designing these solutions from the outset, we can create greater value and efficiency for data center and infrastructure operators" [1][2].

Gio Albertazzi, CEO of Vertiv, echoed this sentiment: "Our collaboration with Oklo is an extension of Vertiv’s commitment to energy-efficient infrastructure that supports modern data center demands. As the demand for AI and high-performance computing continues to grow, nuclear energy is increasingly a discussion point for hyperscale, colocation, and other large data centers. Vertiv is committed to driving innovation with the higher cooling capacities and energy efficiencies required to support modern data centers" [1][2].

The partnership marks a significant step in exploring how advanced nuclear energy can support the evolving power and cooling needs of data centers and other high-growth sectors. By co-designing energy and thermal management from the beginning, and by deploying at a site adjacent to customer demand, Oklo and Vertiv will deliver a unified solution that simplifies deployment and enables improved performance and energy efficiency of data centers [1][2].

References:
[1] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/oklo-vertiv-develop-nuclear-data-143828788.html
[2] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/oklo-vertiv-announce-collaboration-advance-090000959.html