Author: Darren Holt

Darren Holt brings a distinctive perspective to technology journalism through his specialized focus on industrial computing ecosystems and automation infrastructure, where he deciphers complex technical integrations for both enterprise and engineering audiences. His analytical approach to emerging technologies—particularly industrial IoT and smart manufacturing systems—stems from hands-on experience evaluating how edge computing transforms traditional production environments. Darren consistently demystifies the convergence of operational technology with enterprise IT, offering readers practical insights into next-generation industrial architectures. This unique vantage point enables him to forecast how industrial automation trends will reshape global manufacturing paradigms.
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Aligned and Calibrant Partner on Landmark Battery Storage Project for Pacific Northwest Data Center

Aligned Data Centers has teamed up with Calibrant Energy to deploy a major battery energy storage system at a Pacific Northwest data center. The project represents an innovative approach to overcoming power constraints and accelerating interconnection timelines for data center expansion.

Innovative Power Solution for Data Center Growth

Aligned Data Centers has entered into a strategic partnership with energy storage developer Calibrant Energy to deploy a significant Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at one of its data center facilities in the Pacific Northwest, according to company announcements. The collaboration marks what analysts suggest could be a transformative approach to addressing power constraints in rapidly growing data center markets.

by Darren Holt