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HSCALE: Fulfilling the Power Requirements of AI Clusters
HSCALE secures 250MW of power across two Milan campuses with over US$2.32bn committed to hybrid-cooled, hyperscale infrastructure delivery by 2028
TL;DR
- HSCALE is developing two hyperscale data center campuses in Northwest Milan.
- Over $2.32 billion has been committed to these campuses, with power capacity totaling 250MW.
- The facilities are scheduled for service in 2028 and are designed for AI workloads with hybrid-cooling capabilities.
- The design allows for adaptable cooling systems (air, liquid, hybrid) without requiring facility redesigns or additional capital expenditure.
- Both campuses are fully owned, with power secured and development milestones met.
- Approximately 50% of the power supply will be from renewable sources, with plans to increase this share.
- HSCALE partnered with Aquila Clean Energy for integrated renewable energy supply.
- Milan is highlighted as a growing hyperscale market with good connectivity and grid capacity, attracting investment as an alternative to Northern European markets.
- The project is backed by Bain Capital, providing capital for long-term infrastructure commitments.
- The developments are expected to support local employment and community initiatives.