Google is negotiating with Chinese manufacturers, including Envicool, to purchase liquid cooling systems for its data centers. A Google procurement team recently visited these suppliers to secure hardware capable of managing extreme heat from AI processors.
The move highlights a tightening global supply chain as competition for AI infrastructure intensifies. Despite ongoing U.S.-Sino trade tensions, Chinese manufacturers remain essential to the global data center ecosystem.
The market for AI server liquid cooling is expected to see substantial growth. Google’s proactive sourcing supports its expanding cloud services and broader investments in AI capabilities.