The role of battery energy storage systems in sustainable data centers

While many data centres have started using solar power as part of their energy sources, they still depend on grid energy because of regulatory issues like discom regulations and banking policies. To enhance the use of green energy and lessen reliance on fossil-fuel-based grid electricity, combining battery energy storage systems (BESS) with hybrid solar and wind power systems is a practical solution.

In today’s digital-first world, the demand for data centers has reached unprecedented levels, driven by the rapid rise of digital services, cloud computing, e-commerce, social media, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

As businesses and consumers increasingly generate and consume vast amounts of data, the need for robust infrastructure to store, process, and manage this information has become more critical than ever. However, with this increasing demand comes a significant challenge of high energy consumption. Data centers are energy-intensive operations, consuming vast amounts of electricity to power servers, storage devices, networking equipment, and cooling systems.