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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across Mississippi — updated daily.
Recent Mississippi data center news
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US energy storage market has record-breaking Q3
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Wired for Resilience: Optimizing Data Center Energy Demand for an Efficient U.S. Electric Grid
Data centers increase U.S. energy demands; permitting reform could integrate renewable sources, reducing emissions.
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Modine to acquire data center, IAQ-focused air handling manufacturer Scott Springfield
Modine is set to acquire Scott Springfield Manufacturing, specializing in air handling units for data centers and healthcare. The $190 million deal is expected to close in Q1 2024 and boost Modine’s earnings immediately. CEO Neil Brinker highlights investments in immersion cooling technology and Grenada, Mississippi, plant transition for expanding product offerings.
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Modine data center sales surge 34% in Q3
Modine’s data center sales increased by 34% in Q3. The CEO, Neil Brinker, highlighted the company’s investments in immersion cooling technology and a cooling distribution unit to expand their product portfolio. Modine is also converting its manufacturing plant in Grenada, Mississippi, into a data center facility. The company’s HVAC&R business grew by 2% driven by increased sales of power industrial coolers, indoor air quality products, and the acquisition of Napps Technology. Additionally, Modine’s performance technologies segment saw a 2% increase in sales due to higher sales of advanced solutions and air-cooled products. Modine is committed to an 80/20 approach and continues to strategically exit low-margin businesses.
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Amazon to invest $10B in 2 Mississippi data centers
Amazon plans to invest $10 billion in two data centers in Mississippi. This follows the company’s previous investments of $2.3 billion in the state, including fulfillment centers, solar farms, and a wind farm. The investment is expected to create hundreds of high-tech jobs. Amazon has been increasingly interested in data centers to enhance its technological capabilities. The company has made significant investments in data centers across different states, such as Ohio and Illinois. Additionally, Amazon plans to demolish office buildings in Virginia to make room for more data center facilities.