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China Launches $222.7 Million Underwater Data Center Project
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China has initiated a $222.7 million project to construct a 24-megawatt underwater data center cluster, marking a significant step towards innovative digital infrastructure.The project aims to address growing technological demands adn resource constraints within the country.
The underwater location is intended to solve both space and energy challenges associated with customary land-based data centers. A key feature of the project is its focus on sustainability, with plans to leverage renewable energy sources.
Technical Specifications & Efficiency
Several key technical aspects underpin the project’s design:
- The data center will utilize a seawater cooling system, projected to reduce cooling costs to less than 10%.
- Over 90% of the energy powering the cluster will be sourced from offshore marine wind farms.
- The project targets a Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of less than 1.15, indicating high energy efficiency and optimal resource utilization.
project Timeline & Phased Implementation
The project will be rolled out in two distinct phases:
- Phase 1 (September 2025): A 2.3-megawatt demonstration installation will become operational.
- Phase 2: The full 24-megawatt cluster will be completed, designed to support the country’s evolving digital technologies.
Authorities emphasize that “more than 90 % of energy will come from marine wind farms,” underscoring the commitment to integrating clean energy and next-generation technology.
The initiative represents a potential model for future data infrastructure development in other nations facing similar challenges of rapid technological growth and limited land resources. China envisions replicating this underwater infrastructure model globally.
