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The exponential growth of AI is driving a step-change in data center demand that is fundamentally outpacing the capacity of existing energy and infrastructure systems. As compute requirements escalate, data centres are evolving from digital facilities into energy-intensive infrastructure assets, placing unprecedented strain on power grids and supply chains. Within this environment, success will require a fundamental shift in mindset and approach, positioning energy not as a constraint to manage; instead, energy must be treated as the primary asset around which location, design and investment decisions are shaped across the global landscape. As part of our Talk of the Town thought leadership series, hosted at HDR’s London Office, Paul Franklin, TMT Market Sector Leader for EMEA at HDR, shared his in-depth knowledge of this fascinating and highly relevant topic. In his commentary, Paul explores the sustainability of the current trajectory and the bold interventions required across policy, investment and design. Watch the full version here: https://lnkd.in/gjV55XR4

Industry 5.0 revolves around a harmonious and beneficial relationship between people and smart machines; its pillars are sustainability, resilience and humanism. Through the application of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), our engineers are optimizing environmental performance across a wide range of building typologies and spaces. Our CFD expertise supports design excellence and operational reliability, helping to reduce carbon footprint and optimize project costs, whilst increasing viability for our clients. As part of our Talk of the Town thought leadership series, hosted at HDR’s London Office, Dr Reza Khodadadi shared his in-depth knowledge on this fascinating and highly relevant topic, including how we are supercharging traditional CFD processes by harnessing the power of AI. The presentation was followed by an engaging conversation with our clients. Naturally, Reza answered these most eloquently, providing lucid commentary on this leading-edge service. Watch the full-length version of the talk: https://lnkd.in/gjqWG2Ap

In the 21st Century, buildings are increasingly complex, smart and intelligent. With our dependence on technology, cyber risk increases daily. David Brearley, control systems and cybersecurity director explores the construct of how sustainability and operational resiliency targets give rise to higher dependency on data analytics. Furthermore, David discusses how investment in cybersecurity, early in the design process, is a safeguard which can yield a return on investment. Watch Navigating Technology in the Real World: https://lnkd.in/gVcXajuz

The built environment accounts for approximately 40 percent of global CO2 emissions and is a major focus for decarbonization efforts and a common objective worldwide. At HDR's office in New York City, Seth Strongin, building decarbonization planning director, met with Farrah Hassan-Hardwick, marketing and communications director, for an insightful conversation exploring how building performance standards and legislation are being implemented. Strongin explains how HDR helps clients to achieve the highest return on investment for their assets, by implementing decarbonization strategies.

Integrating renewable energy as part of a reliable, sustainable energy future? Learn what it’s like to work with teams that listen, innovate and engineer industry-leading power infrastructure designed for the future.