Gridcare thinks more than 100 MW of data center capacity is hiding in the grid | TechCrunch
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Hyperscalers and data center developers face significant challenges in ramping up computing power due to prolonged waits for grid connections from utilities. CEO Amit Narayan of Gridcare highlighted the desperation of AI data centers in finding electricity solutions, often pursuing costly 'behind the meter' power plants. Despite these challenges, Gridcare has identified untapped grid capacity and is geared to connect data centers with utilities, leveraging insights from a $13.5 million seed funding round to explore innovative solutions using generative AI and grid mapping.
Amit Narayan, founder and CEO of Gridcare, noted that AI data centers are facing significant challenges in securing timely grid connections, indicating potential urgency in solutions.
Gridcare has identified untapped capacity within the power grid, bridging the gap between data centers and utilities to facilitate more efficient electricity access.
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