Cosimo Pecchioli, IT Hardware & OEM Partnership Director at bp (Castrol): Driving OCP Collaboration and Proving the Future is Liquid
Is liquid cooling the key to the future of data centers? How is the Open Compute Project (OCP) steering the industry toward innovation and efficiency? In this episode, we talk with Cosimo Pecchioli, IT Hardware & OEM Partnership Director at bp (Castrol) and Co-Leader of the Cooling Environment Project at the OCP Foundation. Cosimo dives into the pivotal role OCP plays in fostering collaboration and setting guidelines that are transforming data center cooling on a global scale. From the challenges of adapting legacy infrastructure in the U.S. to the regulatory-driven advances in Europe, we discuss how liquid cooling is moving from niche to mainstream. Cosimo offers expert insights into PG25 adoption, hyperscaler influence, and why the future of cooling is undoubtedly liquid. Whether you’re a data center professional or simply curious about the next frontier in energy efficiency, this conversation delivers valuable perspectives on technology, sustainability, and industry collaboration. Connect with Robert: www.linkedin.com/in/robertussher Connect with Cosimo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cosimo-pecchioli-10249210/