ABB Invests in OctaiPipe to Advance AI-Driven Cooling Efficiency in Data Centers

Strategic Move to Boost Energy Efficiency

ABB invests in OctaiPipe, a UK-based company that develops an on-premise, privacy-focused AI platform for optimizing data center cooling. The partnership strengthens ABB’s position in digital energy-management solutions and accelerates the use of AI in mission-critical infrastructure.

Tackling the Rising Energy Demand

Global data center capacity continues to grow rapidly, and cooling remains one of the largest energy consumers in these facilities. Cooling systems can draw up to 40% of total electricity use. By integrating OctaiPipe’s AI technology with ABB’s electrification expertise, operators can reduce cooling energy consumption by as much as 30%. The solution installs quickly, requires no additional hardware, and delivers a short payback period.

AI That Learns and Improves On-Site

OctaiPipe uses federated learning, multi-agent reinforcement learning, and digital-twin modeling to fine-tune cooling setpoints in real time. Its on-premise design keeps all operational data inside the facility, helping operators meet strict privacy and compliance requirements while improving system performance.

Supporting More Sustainable Infrastructure

ABB sees the collaboration as a key step toward smarter and more sustainable data centers. By combining AI-driven optimization with ABB’s global footprint, the companies aim to help operators cut energy use, strengthen resilience, and prepare for a future of rapidly expanding digital demand.