WB Engineers+Consultants on Data Center Trends at 7x24 Conference

CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- WB Engineers+Consultants was proud to support the critical facilities industry as a sponsor and speaker at the 7x24 Exchange Carolinas Chapter Winter Meeting on March 6-7, 2025, in Charlotte, NC. This event brought together industry leaders to discuss the evolving landscape of data center design, sustainability, and AI.

The 7x24 Exchange is a leading forum for data center professionals, providing a platform for thought leaders to share insights, discuss trends, and collaborate on industry solutions. This year's discussions focused on how rapid technological advancements are reshaping data centers and design trends.

"For me, the conference reinforced that sustainable practices in data centers need to be a priority," said WB Team Leader Drew Zahradka.

At the event, WB Principal and Managing Director of their Washington, DC Office, Bart Stewart, participated in the "Design and Construction Trends" panel, where he led the conversation on "Energy Efficiency and Water Consumption." His main point was data centers must carefully balance energy and water usage, especially as AI-driven workloads increase power density and cooling demands. The presentation explored the trade-offs between evaporative cooling, liquid cooling, and air-based systems. It emphasized the need for sustainable, high-performance infrastructure that aligns with regulatory pressures (i.e., energy efficiency mandates) and environmental constraints (i.e., land-use restriction).

Bart also participated in the discussion, "The Nexus of Artificial Intelligence and Liquid Cooling," which focused on the departure from traditional CPU-based IT computing and new paradigms around data center power.

WB Engineers+Consultants values opportunities to speak at industry conferences like the 7x24 Exchange, where they can shed light on trends and critical, yet often misunderstood, topics. Despite the essential role data centers play in everyday life, a CyrusOne poll found only about half of Americans can accurately define a data center. WB aims to bridge that knowledge gap and raise awareness of the industry's impact by engaging in these discussions.

"As engineers, our purpose is to address real-world issues," said Jimmy Sneed, Managing Principal and Managing Director of Critical Facilities at WB Engineers+Consultants. "By creating awareness and staying ahead of industry trends, our goal is to prepare companies and businesses for what's next."

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