As demand for electricity continues to surge due to the rapid expansion of generative AI and the data centers that power it, ABB has received three major orders from VoltaGrid—an advanced microgrid power generation company headquartered in Texas—to supply essential grid-stabilization systems. These solutions will support reliable electricity across several VoltaGrid facilities currently being built in the United States for AI infrastructure. The orders were booked across the first three quarters of 2025, with financial terms remaining confidential.
ABB will deliver a package consisting of 27 synchronous condensers equipped with flywheels, along with prefabricated eHouse units that include integrated power control, automation systems, and excitation equipment. These systems deliver high, instantaneous inertia, bolster short-circuit support, and regulate voltage by providing or absorbing reactive power—capabilities that make them among the most effective technologies available for strengthening grid stability.
VoltaGrid will complement ABB’s technology with its proprietary natural gas–powered generation solution, engineered for rapid deployment and tailored to the specific energy demands of hyperscale data centers. This solution can function as either a short-term or long-term behind-the-meter power source, supporting data center expansion and dependable operations. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in December 2025, with the first installations expected to go online by April 2026.
“ABB’s synchronous condensers are critical for addressing the energy needs of next-generation technologies like AI data centers because of their proven ability to reinforce grid resilience and stability,” said Nathan Ough, CEO of VoltaGrid. “Our collaboration with ABB will accelerate project timelines and help us meet the rising performance requirements of AI workloads, creating greater value for our customers.”
In 2024, data centers accounted for roughly 1.5 percent of global electricity use, with the United States representing about 45 percent of that total. U.S. data center consumption is projected to make up nearly half of the country’s increase in electricity demand between now and 2030. By that time, the U.S. is expected to use more electricity for digital processing than for manufacturing all major energy-intensive materials—including aluminum, steel, cement, and chemicals. With rising power needs and continued challenges around stability and resilience, ABB provides data centers worldwide with automation, electrification, and digitalization technologies that help ensure consistent power availability while improving efficiency and optimizing costs.
“ABB is honored to work with VoltaGrid and contribute to the transformation of the U.S. energy landscape. As data centers become indispensable infrastructure globally, maintaining grid stability has shifted from optional to mission-critical,” said Per Erik Holsten, President of ABB’s Energy Industries division. “Reliable, resilient, and efficient power generation is essential for enabling data center growth, and our integrated solutions are designed to meet that demand while safeguarding energy security.”
“Synchronous condensers may look similar to large motors or generators, but their real value lies in the grid support they provide,” said Kristina Carlquist, Head of the Synchronous Condenser Product Line in ABB’s Motion High Power division. “With rapid data center expansion, these systems are experiencing renewed relevance due to their ability to deliver inertia and short-circuit strength. For VoltaGrid, they will be a key component in ensuring robust and resilient microgrid performance.”
ABB is a global leader in electrification and automation, committed to enabling a more resource-efficient and sustainable future. By combining deep engineering knowledge with advanced digitalization capabilities, ABB helps industries operate at peak performance while improving productivity and sustainability—an approach the company calls “Engineered to Outrun.” ABB has a heritage spanning more than 140 years and employs approximately 110,000 people worldwide. Its shares trade on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB).
