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Cision Canada
2 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Activate Capital Invests in XNRGY to Accelerate Data Center Cooling Innovation
SAN FRANCISCO, July 21, 2025 /CNW/ - Activate Capital and XNRGY Climate Systems"XNRGY", are pleased to announce that Activate has made a strategic investment in XNRGY, a leading North American manufacturer of sustainable air handling and liquid cooling technologies. The investment will support the company's continued growth, expand its domestic manufacturing presence, and accelerate the delivery of next-generation cooling solutions for data centers and other mission-critical infrastructure. This announcement follows the opening of XNRGY's new 275,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Mesa, Arizona, the first phase of a planned one million- square-foot innovation campus. With production underway as of May 1, 2025, the facility significantly boosts XNRGY's U.S. capacity to serve rising demand for efficient thermal management solutions — particularly across hyperscale, modular, and edge data centers. XNRGY's liquid cooling platforms are engineered to perform in high ambient temperature environments, offering advanced energy efficiency, reliability, and modular scalability. XNRGY offers comprehensive Liquid Side, Air Side, and full thermal management solutions with proprietary controls integration. These systems are built by a team of seasoned HVAC engineers and designed to meet the increasingly rigorous operational standards of today's data infrastructure. "We are thrilled to partner with Activate Capital as we enter this next phase of growth," said Wais Jalali, Founder and CEO of XNRGY. "Their expertise in scaling sustainable technologies aligns with our vision to deliver ultra- efficient cooling systems that meet the performance, environmental, and reliability demands of our customers." "Data centers are among the most energy-intensive assets in the digital economy, and chillers are the central, long-lead infrastructure component that defines their thermal performance," said Anup Jacob, Managing Partner at Activate Capital."XNRGY's technical depth and domestic manufacturing capabilities position it to deliver the efficiency breakthroughs needed to support the AI-driven transformation of global infrastructure." At full capacity, the Mesa operation is expected to employ over 1,000 skilled workers and serve as a cornerstone of Arizona's clean technology and advanced manufacturing ecosystem. This investment underscores Activate Capital's commitment to backing transformative companies that are reshaping global systems — powering the AI revolution and digital economy through next-generation, high-efficiency critical infrastructure. ABOUT XNRGY CLIMATE SYSTEMS XNRGY is a North American leader in the design and manufacturing of sustainable Thermal Management systems for mission-critical environments, including data centers, healthcare, clean rooms, and advanced manufacturing. With facilities in Montreal and Mesa, XNRGY delivers ultra-efficient air handling units, liquid cooling systems, and fan platforms optimized for performance, reliability, and climate resiliency. Visit ABOUT ACTIVATE CAPITAL Activate Capital is a growth-stage venture capital firm investing in the sustainable, resilient transformation of the global economy. Our portfolio companies address climate and important 21st-century challenges by accelerating decarbonization and strengthening our shared systems and infrastructure. Activate invests in technology companies at their inflection point, led by exceptional entrepreneurs with ambitions to build category-defining platforms of the future. To learn more, please visit
Associated Press
31-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
XNRGY Appoints Glenn Brandon as Executive Vice President for Mission Critical, Strengthening Leadership in Data Center Cooling Solutions for the AI Era
MESA, Ariz., March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - XNRGY Climate Solutions ('XNRGY'), a leading North American provider of sustainable air handling and liquid cooling systems, today announced the appointment of Glenn Brandon as Executive Vice President for Mission Critical. This strategic hire reinforces XNRGY's commitment to attracting industry-leading expertise to support its rapid expansion and address the critical infrastructure needs of the burgeoning data center market, driven by the explosive growth of artificial intelligence. Glenn Brandon brings over three decades of experience in mechanical contracting and advanced technology projects, specializing in innovative and cost-effective design-build solutions. His extensive background includes successful collaborations with prestigious clients such as Digital Realty, Equinix, Vantage, Stack, China Mobile, Nvidia, Crusoe Energy, and Orion. Notably, he has served as a contract executive for Southland's most complex data center projects, holding ultimate accountability for project performance. Mr. Brandon's career spans design engineering, project management, and conceptual design/budgeting, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of HVAC, plumbing, process piping, and controls scopes. He is widely recognized as an expert in mechanical system design and costs, fostering strong client relationships built on trust and expertise. At XNRGY, Glenn will spearhead mission-critical cooling innovations, working closely with hyperscale, enterprise, and colocation clients to develop next-generation, high-efficiency, low-carbon data center cooling solutions. 'Joining XNRGY is an exciting opportunity to advance mission-critical cooling technology and drive innovation in energy-efficient solutions that also include plug-and-play integration strategies,' said Glenn Brandon, Executive Vice President of Mission-Critical Solutions. 'At XNRGY, we take a customized approach—assisting customers with design and budget considerations, explaining the rationale behind equipment choices, and guiding them toward tailored solutions that maximize energy efficiency. Energy efficiency is a crucial factor in mission-critical environments, and I look forward to helping our clients achieve their goals through innovative and sustainable strategies.' 'I am delighted that Glenn has joined the XNRGY team. He is very well respected among mission-critical clients and deeply understands their needs. We are lucky to have him,' said Wais Jalali, CEO & Founder of XNRGY. About XNRGY Climate Solutions: XNRGY Climate Solutions is a prominent North American provider specializing in the sustainable design and advanced manufacturing of custom air handling and liquid cooling systems. Leveraging decades of experience in HVAC engineering and manufacturing, XNRGY delivers innovative, energy-efficient solutions tailored to meet the critical requirements of diverse industries. These include hyperscale and modular data centers, healthcare facilities, pharmaceutical labs, semiconductor clean rooms, electric vehicle battery manufacturing, and life sciences facilities. Operating with divisions in Montreal, Canada, and Mesa, Arizona, XNRGY is strategically positioned to serve its clientele across North America.
