The global data centre cooling market is projected to witness substantial growth at a CAGR of 6.36 per cent from 2022 to 2028, according to a new report from ResearchAndMarkets.com.
The report said the adoption of advanced technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), is contributing significantly to the rising rack power density, necessitating the implementation of efficient cooling systems to maintain competitiveness in the market.
As data centres face challenges related to equipment failure and data loss due to heat management issues, operators are actively seeking cost-effective and sustainable cooling solutions to enhance their systems.
“The market is witnessing the emergence of innovative cooling technologies that address sustainability concerns. Hybrid liquid cooling, plant-based immersion, waterless, and river water cooling are some of the efficient solutions gaining traction among data centre operators due to their potential to reduce both CAPEX and OPEX,” the report said.
Among the cooling systems, CRAC (Computer Room Air Conditioner) and CRAH (Computer Room Air Handler) units dominate the market, accounting for around 35 per cent of the overall data centre cooling market share.
CRAH units, particularly popular among operators, operate without compressors, leading to higher efficiency and lower power consumption compared to CRAC units.
“The adoption of liquid cooling technology, especially liquid immersion cooling, is set to become the industry standard in the data centre cooling market due to its energy efficiency, scalability, and speed,” the ResearchAndMarkets.com report explained.
“This trend is likely to drive the shift away from traditional cooling methods associated with high energy consumption costs, significant carbon footprint, and excessive water usage.”
Entitled the Data Centre Cooling Market: Global Outlook & Forecasts 2032-2028, the report said operators are taking a proactive approach to reduce water consumption and environmental impact.
“Industry giants like Amazon Web Services, Google, Microsoft, and Meta have committed to becoming water positive, restoring more water than they consume. The demand for air-based cooling systems is expected to increase due to their low water usage and operational costs,” the report said.