Data center facilities are no longer small, isolated sites with simple power demands but critical infrastructure projects that now require multi-gigawatt campuses to match the rising demand. Consequently, securing power has evolved into a complex engineering and regulatory challenge.
Grid compliance standards are changing. They are becoming more stringent. We’re going to see an increased use for technologies like battery energy storage systems and statcoms at the grid level to handle dynamic responses to reactive power
Michael Bergstrom, Ramboll
In this DCD>Talks episode, Michael Bergstrom, senior manager of energy market development at Ramboll, outlines how unprecedented load growth, changing grid standards, and shifting utility requirements are transforming the project lifecycle.
From physically climbing over 100 wind turbines early in his career to now guiding clients through grid access, on-site generation, and waste heat recovery, Bergstrom leverages his wide experience across industries to help facilities navigate an increasingly tight power grid.
