Nvidia and Open Direct Current Alliance Collaborate on DC Power Distribution for Data Centers
The Current/OS Foundation and the Open Direct Current Alliance have signed a memorandum to promote DC power distribution standards. This initiative aims to reduce energy waste in data centers by minimizing AC-to-DC conversion losses, with potential widespread adoption expected within five years.
In March, the Current/OS Foundation and the Open Direct Current Alliance (ODCA) formalized their collaboration to improve DC power distribution in data centers. Current/OS focuses on commercial applications, while ODCA has roots in industrial settings.
AI-curated by TheiaThe initiative aims to eliminate energy waste caused by unnecessary AC-to-DC conversions, which could lead to substantial power savings in large-scale operations. The first DC-native data centers are projected for completion by late 2027.
If current trends continue, widespread adoption of DC power could be realized in under five years. Regulatory frameworks pose the main barrier to adoption, with two key standards tracks under development that could facilitate this transition.
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