As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms the digital landscape, it’s also supercharging energy demand like never before. To help Philippine data centers keep pace, global energy management leader Schneider Electric is stepping up with a powerful solution: the Galaxy VXL, a next-generation uninterruptible power supply (UPS) designed to handle the high-density energy needs of AI.
AI’s computing power is growing fast—doubling about every 100 days. That growth comes with a cost: energy. A single AI query can consume up to 10 times more electricity than a typical Google search. Creating AI-generated music, images, or videos? Even more. With nearly 6 billion internet users globally, energy demand from AI is expected to grow by 26% to 36% every year over the next few years.
“By 2028, data centers could be using more than four times the power they consumed in 2023,” said Abraham Lim, VP of Secure Power and Industrial Automation at Schneider Electric Philippines.
The need for smarter infrastructure
At Innovation Day 2025 Philippines, Schneider Electric’s East Asia Zone President Pang XingJian put it plainly: “Without innovation, today’s 9 billion daily searches would require an extra 10 terawatt-hours of electricity annually. We must rethink how and where we build data centers.”
The solution? Efficiency-first infrastructure that’s smart, scalable, and sustainable.
The Galaxy VXL is tailor-made for AI-driven data centers and critical infrastructure. Despite its small footprint, it packs serious power:
- Massive density: Supports up to 1.25 MW in just 1.2 square meters; up to 5 MW with four units running in parallel.
- Modular growth: 125 kW/3U modules offer pay-as-you-grow flexibility.
- Energy efficiency: Up to 99% in eConversion mode, and 97.5% in double conversion.
- Smaller size, big savings: Uses 52% less space than industry norms; easier maintenance, lower CapEx and OpEx.
- Built for resilience: Includes features like seismic readiness, conformal-coated boards, and a 100kA short circuit rating.
- Cybersecure and safe: Certified to IEC 62443-4-2, with Live Swap tech for zero-downtime upgrades.
- Always monitored: Comes with EcoStruxure AI-powered 24/7 monitoring and predictive maintenance—cutting disruptions by up to 50%.
It’s also ideal for prefabricated and modular data centers, where space and energy optimization are critical.
Why energy efficiency is now a business strategy
“Staying competitive in the AI era isn’t just about more power—it’s about smarter power,” said Lim. “Data centers must evolve in rack density, cooling, and energy use. The goal is to scale up without scaling emissions or costs.”
With rising electricity prices and climate goals to meet, efficiency has become a strategic advantage. The Galaxy VXL helps businesses future-proof operations by combining high performance, low total cost of ownership, and environmental responsibility.
To meet growing global demand, Schneider Electric plans to ramp up Galaxy VXL production to 9,000+ units annually by 2025.
As AI continues to reshape industries, Schneider Electric is helping Philippine data centers lead the charge—not just by delivering more power, but by making power smarter, cleaner, and more efficient.
The future of AI is powerful. And Schneider Electric is making sure it’s also sustainable.