SynSel Pivots to AI Data Centers

October 17, 2024

Powered by Green Energy, SynSel is strategically redirecting its resources toward a high-growth sector: AI (Artificial Intelligence) data centers.

This transition leverages the expertise of SynSel’s incubator company, Preon, which specializes in designing critical power systems.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the demand for new data center power is projected to reach 90,000 MW by 2028. SynSel is actively engaged in a 2,450 MW data center project, representing 2.7% of that anticipated demand. This facility will feature an integrated railroad for refueling diesel-to-electric engine-generators, with the future capability to accommodate green diesel fuel—aligning with SynSel’s foundational focus on biomass-to-fuel biorefineries.

A defining feature of this data center campus is its direct energy supply from natural gas released in oilfields. This approach provides a practical solution for “shut-in” or “stranded” natural gas, which is often wasted due to insufficient pipeline infrastructure. The estimated flow of 420 million cubic feet per day will generate enough energy to power a 3,500 MW combustion turbine plant, with 2,500 MW allocated to a data center complex. This campus will host 49 data centers, each 50 MW in capacity and spanning 500,000 square feet.

To ensure uninterrupted operations, the facility will incorporate state-of-the-art uninterruptible power systems (UPS) with battery backups and standby diesel generators. Ultra-critical Tier 4 clients will benefit from a redundant continuous-rated genset power source, while the entire campus will operate on dedicated primary power sources, effectively insulating it from potential grid cyberattacks.

Additionally, geothermal cooling will be integrated to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability.

This strategic shift positions SynSel at the forefront of the AI-driven energy revolution, merging innovation with sustainable power solutions.