Data centers are turning to old jet engines as the wait for power grows
With wait times for grid connections and new turbines stretching years, data center builders are turning to alternative power solutions including reconditioned jet engines. While these engines meet immediate power needs, they represent a less efficient and less environmentally sustainable approach compared to modern turbines and grid infrastructure.
Key points
- Long delays in grid access driving alternative solutions
- Repurposed jet engines deployed as interim power source
- Trade-off between efficiency and energy availability
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