• GE Vernova to support AWS data center growth with electrification technologies and consulting services across North America, Europe, and Asia.
• AWS to assist GE Vernova’s digital transformation through cloud migration, AI-powered solutions, and advanced computing capabilities.
• Joint commitment to decarbonization and energy security by integrating renewable energy and optimizing grid infrastructure.

GE Vernova and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have signed a strategic framework agreement to power AWS’s expanding data centers while advancing energy security, grid reliability, and carbon reduction efforts.

Why It Matters:

Tech giants like AWS are investing heavily in AI infrastructure while simultaneously seeking sustainable energy solutions. GE Vernova’s expertise in electrification and renewables will play a key role in AWS’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.

What’s Happening:

• GE Vernova will provide AWS with turnkey substation solutions, integrating major electrical equipment, project management, and construction support to optimize power connectivity.
• The two companies will collaborate to commercialize onshore wind projects and explore additional power generation and innovation opportunities.
• AWS will support GE Vernova’s cloud migration and digital advancements, leveraging generative AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and big data analytics.
• GE Vernova’s Electrification Software business will work with AWS to enhance cloud-based grid, energy, and manufacturing software.

What They’re Saying:

“We believe that GE Vernova is well positioned through its broad portfolio of energy products and services to help AWS obtain reliable, cost-effective, and more sustainable electricity for its data centers,” said Pablo Koziner, Chief Commercial Officer, GE Vernova.

“Through this expanded collaboration with GE Vernova, we’ll be able to accelerate data and energy efficiencies, driving reliable and more sustainable operations,” said Howard Gefen, GM, Energy & Utilities, AWS.

Looking Ahead:

As AI and cloud demand surge, AWS and GE Vernova’s partnership highlights the increasing need for sustainable energy solutions in the tech industry. Their joint efforts could set a new benchmark for low-carbon, high-efficiency data infrastructure worldwide.

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