Thermal energy storage (TES) tanks are an essential solution for optimizing energy use, improving efficiency, and reducing operational costs across various industries. These tanks store excess thermal energy for later use, ensuring a reliable and cost-effective energy supply. This whitepaper explores the critical role of data centers in the digital economy and the innovative potential of thermal energy storage (TES) systems to enhance their. . As the demand for U. data centers grows with the expansion of artificial intelligence, cloud services, and big data analytics, so do the energy loads these centers require. By some estimates, data center energy demands are projected to consume as much as 9% of US annual electricity generation by. . The Rittal Blue e+ outdoor cooling solution for data center containers separates itself from these typical container solutions by mounting the cooling units directly on the outside wall of the container. This frees up room inside the container, providing more space for additional racks and for the. . B-NestTM is a modular, multi-story structure designed to house battery energy storage systems (BESS) for unparalleled energy density. Compliant with the most stringent international fire codes and safety regulations, the B-NestTM is a bankable and fully insurable solution that can be deployed. . High-temperature technologies can be used for short- or long-term storage, similar to low-temperature technologies, and they can also be categorised as sensible, latent and thermochemical storage of heat and cooling (Table 6. Notes: EUR/kWh = euros per kilowatt hour; PCM = phase-change material;. .