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Developed through a collaboration between HiCloud Technology and China Communications Construction, the project involved an investment of 1.6 billion yuan (about $236 million) and boasts an initial capacity of 24 megawatts. The UDC is submerged at a depth of 10 meters in the Lin-gang Special Zone, utilizing seawater as a natural cooling system, thereby drastically reducing energy consumption needed for cooling. This approach not only minimizes electricity use but also eliminates the need for freshwater, cutting land use by more than 90% compared to conventional data centers. Designed to achieve a power-usage effectiveness (PUE) of no more than 1.15, the facility is part of China&#8217;s broader strategy to optimize energy supply through renewable sources, supporting its leadership in AI development. 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