Data Center Revolution DCAC LIVE 2024 with Zachary Zawilla & David Velosa, Distributed Power Solutions
Jan 14, 2025
Zachary Zawilla, VP of Business Development, and David Velosa, Director of Commercial Operations, bring their expertise in power solutions to the discussion. They dive into the evolution of energy strategies for data centers, emphasizing a shift from traditional methods to innovative, customer-tailored solutions. The conversation highlights the transition from diesel to natural gas and the importance of solar energy. They also address financial and regulatory challenges while promoting a balanced energy approach, showcasing the industry's potential for transformative opportunities.
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Technology Agnostic Approach
- DPS designs power solutions from scratch, choosing the best technology for each situation.
- They prioritize what makes technical and economic sense, sometimes combining engines and turbines.
Choosing Between Recips and Turbines
- Consider load profile, project term, and size when choosing between reciprocating engines and turbines.
- Reciprocating engines are more fuel-efficient for baseload power, while turbines have longer maintenance intervals.
Bottlenecks in Power Plant Deployment
- Air permitting and manufacturing lead times are major bottlenecks in power plant deployment.
- Both processes currently take around the same amount of time, about 50 weeks or more.