As the data centre industry shifts to facilities featuring 5,000-plus servers, Molly Tooher-Rudd speaks to Carrier’s Michel Grabon about the challenges the industry faces to hyperscale infrastructure with high power demands, rapid cooling and holistic thermal management
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Rewiring the future: closing the data centre knowledge gap
As data centre demand surges, engineers are racing to redesign power, cooling and infrastructure systems. Molly Tooher-Rudd finds out how CIBSE’s Data Centre Special Interest Group is tackling these challenges
Leading the charge: Ruth Carter’s CIBSE milestones
In five years, Ruth Carter has moved CIBSE from the suburbs to the heart of London, and turned the Institution into a dynamic, global force. As CIBSE’s new Skills Hub opens this month, Alex Smith talks to Carter about why she is so committed to driving professional excellence in the UK and beyond
Can Taylor Swift power London?
Could the heat from 90,000 concertgoers be reused? In this informal thought experiment, young engineer Sophie Sibley uses Taylor Swift’s Wembley shows to explore the potential scale of occupant heat gains and how ambient heat networks might make use of low-grade, intermittent energy.
30 under 30: Engineering Hong Kong’s vertical cities
In Hong Kong’s humid, high-density environment, a new generation of engineers is pioneering integrated solutions for the region’s vertical cities. Three of CIBSE’s current 30 under 30 engineers answer questions on decarbonising the thriving metropolis
A match made in heritage: heat pumps in historic buildings
Large heat pumps can perform well in historical properties, but only if designers understand the context of the setting and its use, says a new report from Historic England. Alex Smith highlights lessons learned
Stopping the rot: addressing ventilation failures
Poorly installed insulation without adequate ventilation has caused damage to thousands of homes. Molly Tooher-Rudd looks at how the industry is tackling the spread of mould and damp
Designing with light: LG23, design, creativity and compliance
A new guide sets out to help practitioners navigate the evolving demands of architectural lighting design. Jeff Shaw FSLL, author of the guide, outlines its key aspects, which balance creativity, compliance and responsibility
Why proven heat pumps still struggle to scale
The successful adoption of heat pumps is affected by complexity, compatibility and user experience, according to UC Davis research. Tim Dwyer looks at how consumer uncertainty threatens the rollout of heat pumps into the mainstream
Shaping the future: the Henderson building
Inspired by nature and driven by sustainability, The Henderson has set a new global benchmark for smart office buildings. Andy Pearson looks at the pioneering MEP engineering and technology behind a distinctive new Hong Kong landmark