Emphasising the shift toward a. reference design approach.

The next significant leap in the industry lies in the adoption of liquid cooling.Many larger data centre operators are now integrating liquid cooling solutions into their facilities.

However, the lack of a standardised design topology for liquid cooling systems and their various configurations, poses a challenge.We may witness the emergence of two distinct data centre topologies: the energy-efficient approach versus the high-density model, or perhaps a hybrid combination of both.These design choices will significantly impact heat rejection systems and other critical aspects, such as IT infrastructure development..

While the industry strives to reduce PUE in data centres, sustainability efforts should also focus on minimising process water consumption during adiabatic cooling.Cooling towers, which consume substantial amounts of water year-round, may eventually be phased out or replaced with hybrid systems that prioritise dry cooling methods or utilise HDAC units.. By embracing these trends, data centres can enhance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and pave the way for a more sustainable future in the ever-evolving landscape of IT infrastructure.. References.

ASHRAE TC 9.9 white paper 2011 Thermal Guidelines for Data Processing Environments.

BAC Catalogue - Series 3000 Cooling Tower.Clearly, no prison design concept will inherently rehabilitate people.

‘Buildings don’t heal people; people heal people.’ However, design choices can support positive social interactions and preclude or reduce negative interactions..The design aspects that support this include:.

Facilitating contact with family and society.A normalising environment.