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Abstract

Founded in 2018, Blockheating specializes in data hosting services with a unique focus on reusing server heat to reduce energy consumption. The utilization of direct-to-chip water for cooling ensures efficient heat transfer and eco-friendliness. With plans for expansion, Blockheating must prioritize a sustainable, efficient, and scalable technology. In addition to direct-to-chip cooling, air cooling and immersion cooling are alternate methods with differing complexities and heat transfer capabilities. The choice between maintaining the current technology or transitioning to a new system will impact Blockheating's operational effectiveness and environmental objectives. Ultimately, the company seeks to optimize cost efficiency, customer service excellence, and environmental responsibility in its decision-making process for future-proof technology selection.

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2023.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
The Netherlands

Featured company

Blockheating
Employees:
1
Type:
Privately held
Industry:
Datacentre; Energy

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Abstract

Founded in 2018, Blockheating specializes in data hosting services with a unique focus on reusing server heat to reduce energy consumption. The utilization of direct-to-chip water for cooling ensures efficient heat transfer and eco-friendliness. With plans for expansion, Blockheating must prioritize a sustainable, efficient, and scalable technology. In addition to direct-to-chip cooling, air cooling and immersion cooling are alternate methods with differing complexities and heat transfer capabilities. The choice between maintaining the current technology or transitioning to a new system will impact Blockheating's operational effectiveness and environmental objectives. Ultimately, the company seeks to optimize cost efficiency, customer service excellence, and environmental responsibility in its decision-making process for future-proof technology selection.

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

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Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2023.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
The Netherlands

Featured company

Blockheating
Employees:
1
Type:
Privately held
Industry:
Datacentre; Energy

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