Pioneering Sustainable Solutions for Data Centers

Hydroleap and IXT join forces to revolutionize data center sustainability, reducing water consumption, minimizing environmental impact, and setting new standards for eco-friendly operations.

Hydroleap, a forward-thinking water technology company dedicated to sustainable water management, has forged a strategic partnership with IX Technology (IXT), a prominent provider of mechanical and electrical (M&E) infrastructure solutions for data centers based in Singapore. This collaboration aims to revolutionize water management within cooling towers, offering the data center industry an opportunity to curtail water consumption, minimize chemical usage, reduce their carbon footprint, and adhere to regulatory standards.

The focus of this partnership is to introduce Hydroleap’s patented Electro-Oxidation Technology (HL-EO), currently utilized by major data center companies and CapitaLand, to a broader spectrum of data center and semiconductor firms in Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam. While data centers play a pivotal role in sustaining the modern digital infrastructure, their substantial water usage and environmental impact have intensified the need for eco-friendly practices and compliance with ESG criteria.

Singapore faces particular vulnerability in this domain. A 2022 global market report ranked Singapore as the second most sought-after location for data center facilities worldwide. Notably, the country’s industrial sector, including data centers, already accounts for 55% of its water usage, a figure projected to climb to 70% by 2060.

Data centers, notorious for their high energy and water consumption to power servers, are experiencing escalating demand. For instance, studies reveal that OpenAI’s ChatGPT consumes 500 ml of water for every 5 to 50 prompts it processes, hinting at the expanding water usage associated with the adoption of generative AI.

In light of these pressing factors, the collaboration between Hydroleap and IXT emerges as a pivotal step towards fostering a more sustainable future for data center operations.

Dr. Mohammad (Moh) Sherafatmand, Founder and CEO of Hydroleap, emphasized, “Efficient cooling methods with reduced water consumption play a crucial role in sustainability. We are excited to partner with IXT to offer our sustainable electrochemical solutions to more data center businesses. Our combined efforts aim to empower these entities to enhance their sustainability regarding water consumption.”

Steven Lee, Founder and Managing Director of IXT, echoed this sentiment, stating, “This partnership signifies a significant stride in our journey to develop more sustainable data center facilities. Collaborating with Hydroleap, we aspire to establish a new benchmark in water treatment and carbon reduction within data centers.”

Hydroleap employs cutting-edge technologies to transform the treatment of industrial wastewater across various sectors, including data centers, food and beverage, and palm oil. Their solutions are automated, robust, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly, harnessing unique electrochemical techniques to reduce pollutants in industrial wastewater by up to 95% and decrease water discharges by 70% in cooling towers.

On the other hand, IXT specializes in providing M&E infrastructure solutions for data centers, ensuring business continuity and operational uptime. Their services encompass everything from design and construction to ongoing maintenance, backed by certified data center professionals offering 24×7 technical support for diverse clients’ server rooms and offices.

In an era where sustainability and environmental consciousness are paramount, the partnership between Hydroleap and IXT stands as a beacon of hope for the data center industry. Their collaborative efforts not only signify a leap towards more eco-friendly practices but also herald a new standard for water management, reducing carbon footprints, and promoting responsible resource consumption. As these innovative solutions take root and pave the way for a more sustainable future, the collective impact of such initiatives promises a healthier, greener, and more efficient landscape for data center operations globally.