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The battery boom behind the AI buildout [partner content]

Catalyst · 27 Oct 2026 · 29m

What this episode covers

FlexGen CEO Kelsey Pegler and COO Hugh Scott explain how the urgent power demands of AI data centers have transformed battery storage from an optional component into a critical infrastructure requirement. They discuss how data centers are using large-scale battery systems to manage extreme power fluctuations from high-density chips, secure grid interconnections, and enable hybrid microgrids. The conversation highlights the shift from traditional UPS solutions to containerized lithium-ion and alternative chemistry batteries, emphasizing the role of software in optimizing performance and extending asset life.

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FlexGen, NVIDIA, Microsoft, Latitude Media, FlexGen Energy
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