Core Insights - The liquid cooling technology is gaining prominence in the digital economy era, driven by the "dual carbon" strategy and the national project "East Data West Computing" [1][2] - The capital market has responded positively, with the liquid cooling sector index rising by 2.22% and a total transaction volume of 58.358 billion yuan on November 13 [1] Industry Overview - Data centers, while being the engine of the digital economy, are also significant energy consumers, facing pressure to transform under the "dual carbon" strategy [2] - By 2025, data centers are required to improve energy efficiency by 30%, with a target Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of below 1.3, marking a critical threshold for operational viability [2] Technology and Market Dynamics - Traditional air cooling methods are inadequate for meeting the new efficiency standards, necessitating revolutionary cooling solutions like liquid cooling [2] - Liquid cooling technology can potentially reduce overall energy consumption in data centers by over 30%, with its cooling efficiency being significantly higher than that of air cooling [2] Competitive Landscape - The liquid cooling market is expanding rapidly, with companies like Zhongshi Technology and Wanma Technology increasing their investments in liquid cooling solutions [3] - The liquid cooling technology is evolving towards more efficient and intelligent systems, with two main types: cold plate liquid cooling and immersion liquid cooling, each with distinct advantages and cost implications [3] Future Trends - The immersion liquid cooling technology is expected to become mainstream as costs decrease, and it will likely integrate with AI and IoT for smarter thermal management [3]