Intel China Chairman Wang Zhicong introduced the company's new green computing pod solution at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai. The initiative aims to deploy modular computing containers in Western China to leverage local wind and solar energy, converting renewable power directly into tokens.
The solution addresses the high transmission losses associated with moving electricity over long distances and the instability of green power. By placing mobile, containerized data centers directly at renewable energy sites, Intel intends to eliminate transmission waste and improve energy utilization efficiency.
The system is designed for modular scalability, allowing for single-pod deployments or the interconnection of up to 100 pods to form large-scale computing centers. Intel claims the construction cycle for these units is significantly faster than traditional data centers, requiring only 8 to 12 weeks from design to operation.
To optimize space within the high-density containers, Intel is moving toward an 800V high-voltage DC power architecture. This transition replaces traditional 48V systems, reducing the need for bulky copper cabling and allowing more space for computing hardware.
