The rapid global expansion of data centers—driven by artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital services—is placing unprecedented strain on power infrastructure, particularly on the availability, scalability, and lead times of power transformers.
This whitepaper examines the critical role transformer design plays in enabling sustainable, large-scale data center growth amid grid constraints, supply chain bottlenecks, and rising decarbonization pressures. Drawing on global transmission practices, energy demand projections, and detailed case studies, it evaluates alternative transformer design strategies that improve manufacturability, reduce material intensity, shorten lead times, and lower Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions—without compromising performance or reliability.
The paper also highlights the value of standardized yet flexible design platforms in unlocking global manufacturing capacity while adapting to regional grid requirements. Together, these strategies provide a practical roadmap for utilities and data center operators seeking to scale infrastructure faster, more efficiently, and more sustainably.
