Data Centers

Firm, zero-emission power for data centers

Our liquid electricity system helps customers bypass utility interconnection delays and eliminate dependence on existing diesel generators for backup. Whether for 100 hours of backup, 1000 hours of peak shaving or years of bridge power, one system covers all duties.

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The problem

Data centers face unprecedented power challenges

Demand far outstripping the grid

Existing energy infrastructure cannot get close to meeting data center power demand.

Reliance on diesel or gas generator fleets

Dirty generators limited by EPA regulations can't be used for bridge power, peak shaving or early power while waiting for a grid connection.

Social license under strain

Noise, vibrations and air pollution provoke intense local community opposition.

Benefits

How Ternary’s liquid electricity solves data center challenges

Key operational benefits

Access to firm clean power on campus

Bypass grid or gas infrastructure constraints and vulnerabilities.

Modular, scalable MWs of power

Our system links together basic units of 20’ containerised electrochemical converter units.

Regain social license to operate

Eliminate noise, vibrations and air pollutants that negatively affect local communities.

Easy to adopt and operate

Our system uses existing fossil fuel infrastructure so no additional permitting or costly investment needed.

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Safety & compliance

Designed to be safe, quiet and reliable

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Zero combustion, zero pollutants

Ternary fuel discharges electricity through an electrochemical process quietly and without emitting NOx preserving air quality.

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Safe, simple fuel storage

Our modular scalable systems store MWs of firm power on site on a smaller footprint than diesel generators, gas reciprocating engines or battery solutions.

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Closed loop system

Used fuel can be recovered by tanker and recharged from renewable sources to provide a continuous, closed loop supply chain.

Insights

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Is your system essentially a battery technology?

Our solution transfers electricity through a liquid carrier that can be charged and discharged. This combines the recharging capability of batteries with the speed of a diesel tank fill. No dangerous or difficult to handle hydrogen, no lithium.

How do you achieve zero emissions?

We never combust the liquid carrier. It carries the electrical charge which is released in an electrochemical conversion process. The system is designed as a closed loop so all by-products are contained.

Who provides the liquid carrier?

The liquid carrier is based on commodity chemicals widely used today. Ternary has developed technology to recharge this liquid carrier, creating and endless supply to keep your world running.

What power output is your solution capable of delivering?

Our system is being designed to deliver a range of power from 50kW to 100's of MW. The system is modular by design so units can be linked to provide greater scale for power hungry locations such as remote mining, port environments or large construction sites.

Which industry customers are currently interested in the solution?

Designers, builders and operators wanting to eliminate their dependence on diesel are ideally suited to using Ternary technology.

How can I provide my business data to understand the benefits for me?

You can arrange a tailored feasibility and initial cost benefit assessment with Ternary’s team. Complete the form here and we’ll arrange to discuss.

What other industries do you serve?

Ternary technology can be used anywhere energy is needed, and cannot be obtained through a direct grid connection. Take a look at our other industry pages to learn more.