The Meet Me Room, A Data Center Podcast
The Meet Me Room, A Data Center Podcast
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Welcome to Baxtel's Meet Me Room Podcast. Where we uncover the cloud and the data center.
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The podcast covers a range of topics centered around cloud technology, data center innovations, and networking strategies. Episodes delve into themes such as automation in networking, cloud infrastructure optimization, and interconnection strategies, with examples like discussions on operational excellence in data centers and innovative networking transformations.
Welcome to Baxtel’s Meet Me Room Podcast. Where we uncover the cloud and the data center.
In this conversation, Eric Bell speaks with Nick Kruse, CEO of GPC Infrastructure, about the evolving landscape of power generation for data centers. They discuss the importance of behind the meter solutions, the challenges posed by supply chain issues, and the implications of Texas SB6 on data center operations. Nick shares insights on site selection, gas supply, and the impact of non-attainment zones on power generation. The discussion also touches on innovative solutions for managing data center loads and debunks common myths about natural gas generation.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:53 Meet Nick Kruse in 60 seconds
06:42 Understanding Behind the Meter Power Generation
10:23 GPC Infrastructure: Company Overview and Operations
14:44 Data Center Power Solutions and Backup Systems
18:46 Project Sizes and Equipment Preferences
22:43 Supply Chain Challenges in Power Generation
26:25 Site Selection for Self-Generation
30:27 Navigating Gas Supply and Pipeline Access
34:23 Non-Attainment Zones and Their Impact
38:35 Texas SB6: Implications for Data Centers
42:31 Innovative Solutions for Data Center Load Management
46:19 Myths About Natural Gas and Self-Generation
50:25 Data Center War Stories and Lessons Learned
54:21 3D Printing: A Useful Hobby and Practical Applications
58:07 Conclusion and Contact Information
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