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by zekrioca 518 days ago
Technically yes, but DC operators want fast ROI and the answer is no.
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what prevents operators from getting ROI with renewables?
Datacenters can still achieve ROI, but in some cases, it may take longer than expected. This delay is primarily due to the increased complexity of managing operations with the variability introduced by intermittent energy sources. While batteries help mitigate this issue, their current costs make them less competitive compared to non-intermittent energy setups.
The I is high and R low.