Pioneering On-Site Power for AI-Driven Cloud Computing Models

In a major announcement, Bloom Energy, a global leader in Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) technology, unveiled a strategic partnership with Illinois-based CoreWeave, Inc., the AI Hyperscaler. This collaboration highlights Bloom’s capability to meet the escalating energy demands of the booming AI industry.

Bloom is set to deploy its Bloom Energy Server®, powered by advanced fuel cells, to provide on-site power for a CoreWeave data center owned by Chirisa Technology Parks in Volo, Illinois. This state-of-the-art data center is designed for high-density deployments and features sophisticated cooling systems, enabling CoreWeave to deliver highly efficient and powerful cloud solutions for AI applications. The installation of Bloom’s fuel cells is expected to be completed by Q3 2025.

“We’re proud to partner with Bloom Energy and utilize their industry-leading solid oxide fuel cell technology,” said Brian Venturo, Chief Strategy Officer of CoreWeave. “This partnership will allow us to deliver unmatched performance and reliability to our customers while advancing our sustainability objectives.”

With Bloom’s solid oxide fuel cells deployed at numerous customer sites globally, the company is well-positioned to support the onsite power needs of the AI industry worldwide.

“Bloom Energy is thrilled to have been selected by CoreWeave,” said Aman Joshi, Bloom’s Chief Commercial Officer. “This validation from CoreWeave, a leader in AI, is a testament to our leading-edge technology and its importance to AI.”

Bloom Energy’s mission is to make clean, reliable energy affordable for everyone. The Bloom Energy Server offers highly reliable, resilient, and always-on power that is clean, cost-effective, and ideal for microgrid applications. Bloom’s clientele includes Fortune 100 companies and leaders in various sectors such as manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, retail, higher education, and utilities. 

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