Monday, June 9
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Breakout B:
Power Quality Challenges Data Centers Face Today and How to Address These Issues

Modern data centers face critical power quality challenges that threaten reliability, operational efficiency, and sustainability. Issues such as voltage sags and surges, harmonics, power interruptions, transients, low power factor, load imbalances, and backup system failures can lead to downtime, equipment damage, and increased costs. Adhering to the IEEE Color Book and 3000 series standards provides a structured framework for addressing these challenges. These standards guide best practices in power quality monitoring, power conditioning, optimized system design, and energy management. Incorporating advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, and smart grids, along with sustainable energy practices, enhances compliance and ensures robust power quality management. By leveraging the IEEE 3000 series and adopting proactive measures, data centers can achieve higher reliability, efficiency, and sustainability in an increasingly digital and demanding landscape