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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across Wisconsin — updated daily.
Recent Wisconsin data center news
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Fluor bets on data centers, power amid CEO switch
US-based Fluor Corporation has announced its continued commitment to energy solutions, particularly in nuclear power, as it transitions to new CEO Jim Breuer. The company is engaged in front-end design for a nuclear power plant in Romania and aims to meet the growing energy demands of data centers, which require 92,000 megawatts by the end of the decade. The firm is also navigating the commercialization of its stake in NuScale, a small modular reactor company, despite slower-than-expected monetization timelines.
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Eaton invests $340M in US transformer production
US-based Eaton has announced a $340 million investment to increase production of three-phase transformers in response to a shortage. This facility will be located in Jonesville, South Carolina, and aims to meet record demand from utility and industrial customers, including data centers. Production and hiring are expected to begin in 2027. This investment contributes to Eaton’s commitment of over $1 billion in North American manufacturing since 2023, aiming to enhance power distribution solutions and electric grid infrastructure.
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Eaton invests in new South Carolina transformer manufacturing site to power data centers, grid modernization, electrification and industrialization
US-based Eaton has invested $340 million to increase production of three-phase transformers in South Carolina, creating 700 jobs by 2027. This is part of a $1 billion investment in North American manufacturing since 2023, supporting grid modernization and clean energy initiatives.
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Johnson Controls Named Leading Thermal Management Provider for Data Centers by ABI Research
US-based Johnson Controls has been named a top thermal management provider for data centers by ABI Research, highlighting its innovative and energy-efficient solutions. The company’s YORK® YVAM chiller can reduce energy usage by up to 40%, addressing the substantial energy consumption often seen in HVAC systems used within data centers. Johnson Controls launched a Global Data Center Solutions organization to enhance production capacity and provide tailored solutions across different regions, ensuring consistent support for data center operators. The company focuses on integrating thermal management with other essential building technologies to foster sustainability in the industry.
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Data centers drive Modine’s Q3 growth; CEO sees no DeepSeek ‘slowdown’
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Modine Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results
US-based Modine Manufacturing Company has reported significant growth in its Climate Solutions segment, achieving sales of $360.8 million, which marks a 42% increase year-over-year. This growth was driven by higher demand for data center cooling and HVAC&R products, alongside contributions from the recent acquisition of Scott Springfield Manufacturing which added $73.6 million in sales. Modine aims to continue expanding its technology offerings to support sustainable energy solutions.
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Modine Manufacturing to open Wisconsin plant
US-based Modine Manufacturing is opening a new facility in Franklin, Wisconsin, that will create 200 jobs by 2029. The 153,000-square-foot facility, set to commence operations this year, will specialize in producing thermal management systems for specialty and commercial electric vehicles, including fire trucks and municipal buses. The facility’s development is supported by $1.6 million in tax increment financing from the city government.
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Microsoft plans to pour $80B into cloud data centers
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Modine Announces India Expansion to Meet Growing Data Center Industry Demand
India-based Modine announced plans to open a new facility in Chennai to manufacture advanced cooling technologies for data centers and stationary power generation equipment. This expansion aims to meet the growing demand in India, Asia, and the Middle East, enhancing performance and efficiency of power units. Modine’s strategic growth captures trends in high-performance computing and AI.