Last week IDPRO x ebm-papst Ramadhan Gathering was more than just another industry gathering—it was a moment of deep reflection, shared purpose, and collective urgency. Sustainability is not optional is really existential!
In the spirit of Ramadhan, @IDPRO in collaboration with ebm-papst hosted our 2025 Ramadhan Gathering, a powerful evening centered on one of the most pressing challenges of our time: “Building a Sustainable Data Centre.”
Moderated gracefully by Pak Erick Hadi, the panel brought together some of the brightest minds in the industry:
✨ Pak Chandra Irawan – Country Manager, Pure DC Indonesia
✨ Pak Tengku Reza – Chief Executive Officer, DataGarda
✨ Pak Eko Adji Buwono – National Project Manager, ENTREV
✨ Mr. Thomas Schwab – Managing Director, ebm-papst SEA
Together, they unpacked not just technical hurdles—but the ethical, economic, and environmental crossroads our industry now faces.
🚀 AI is Booming—But at What Cost?
Artificial intelligence is not just transforming industries; it’s redefining how we live, work, and connect. But beneath the surface of breakthrough performance lies a sobering reality: AI is incredibly power-hungry.
NVIDIA’s AI accelerators—from H100 to the upcoming NVL576—are pushing us into uncharted energy territory:
Model | TDP per GPU | Rack Power Requirement |
H100 (2022) | 700W | High-performance AI training |
B100 (2023) | 700W | Improved AI efficiency |
GB200 (2024) | 1,200W | Ultra-fast HBM3e memory |
GB300 (2025) | 1,400W | 20 petaflops of raw AI power |
NVL72 | – | 120kW per rack, liquid cooling mandatory |
NVL576 (2027) | – | 600kW per rack, 15 exaFLOPS AI inference |
Yes, 600kW per rack—that’s more than some small towns consume.
Is this the future of performance—or a sustainability crisis in the making?
🌍 The Sustainability Dilemma is Real
AI is advancing faster than our infrastructure—and certainly faster than our planet can afford. In Indonesia, where the energy mix is still coal-heavy, this is more than a technical issue—it’s a national priority.
🔋 Can our power grids handle 600kW racks?
💧 Is liquid cooling enough to manage extreme heat loads?
🏗 Are data centers ready for the skyrocketing infrastructure demands?
🌱 Can we curb the carbon footprint of AI while still growing digitally?
Even as companies like NVIDIA push toward higher efficiency per watt, the absolute energy demand is exploding. The industry must reckon with this paradox.
💡 Rethinking the Future of AI Infrastructure
The evening’s discussion made one thing crystal clear: we need a new blueprint for data centers—one that embraces innovation, efficiency, and sustainability in equal measure.
Among the emerging solutions:
- 🔹 Direct-to-chip liquid cooling for dense AI workloads
- 🔹 Waste heat recovery to fuel district heating or nearby industry
- 🔹 Off-grid and nuclear-powered data centers to reduce strain on public utilities
- 🔹 AI workload optimization, especially the balance between training and inference
This is not a battle we can fight in silos.
🤝 Collaboration is Not an Option—It’s a Necessity
At IDPRO (Asosiasi Penyelenggara Data Center Indonesia), we believe in shared responsibility. We’re not just observing the future—we’re shaping it. That’s why we’re calling on our ecosystem partners to unite:
- APJII – Internet Providers Association
- ASHRAE – Cooling & building standards
- MASTEL – National telecommunication thinkers
- MASKEEI – Champions of energy efficiency
- Tech innovators, Energy providers, Academia, and Regulators
Let’s work together to build a sustainable, AI-ready data center ecosystem for Indonesia—because the choices we make today will define the legacy we leave tomorrow.
The AI revolution is not a distant dream. It’s already here. But without sustainability at the core, the incredible power we’re building may become the very power we can no longer afford to sustain.
💚 Let’s not wait for permission—let’s lead with purpose.
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