Vertiv, Caterpillar team up for AI data center power & cooling

As AI-driven workloads surge and power demands reach unprecedented levels, data centers are under pressure to become faster, leaner, and more resilient. In response, Vertiv and Caterpillar have entered a strategic collaboration aimed at redefining how data centers are powered and cooled.

By integrating Vertiv’s advanced power and cooling portfolio with Caterpillar’s and Solar Turbines’ on-site power generation expertise, the two companies will deliver modular, pre-engineered energy solutions designed to accelerate deployment timelines and improve overall efficiency. The collaboration supports faster time-to-power, lowers PUE, and reduces reliance on traditional grids — a critical advantage for high-density AI environments.

With validated, end-to-end architectures and global service support, the alliance enables data center operators to scale with confidence while meeting growing sustainability and performance goals. As AI continues to reshape the digital infrastructure landscape, this partnership marks a significant step toward ...