In Edison’s Revenge, Data Centers Are Transitioning From AC to DC
Summary
IEEE Spectrum reports on the shift from AC to 800V DC power in data centers, driven by AI workloads and the need for higher efficiency. The piece covers the benefits, such as reduced conversion losses and copper use, as well as the challenges of building a coordinated DC ecosystem and updating manufacturing. It highlights vendor activity from Vertiv, Eaton, Delta, and Nvidia-linked AI workloads, with adoption expected in 2026.