Hosted by Compass Chief Customer Officer, Raymond Hawkins, Not Your Father’s Data Center doesn’t only talk about data centers, but anything and everything of interest in our industry.
Not Your Father’s Data Center
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Hosted by Compass Chief Customer Officer, Raymond Hawkins, Not Your Father’s Data Center doesn’t only talk about data centers, but anything and everything of interest in our industry.
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Recent Episodes
June 9, 2026
Solar Power's Role in the Future of Digital and Energy Infrastructure
<p>In this episode, Raymond Hawkins, Chief Customer Officer at Compass Data Centers, sits down with Dan Cook, founder and Managing Director of Solar Stone. Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, Dan Cook brings a diverse background rooted in commodities and metals trading before moving into utility-scale solar and battery development, overseeing projects totaling approximately 2 gigawatts.</p><p>The conversation spans the dramatic growth in data center power demand, including how this surge has challenged both generation and transmission infrastructure. Dan Cook provides context from his energy brokerage and commodity experience, discussing supply chain constraints, queue backlogs for new generation assets, and the complexities of interconnection.</p><p>Key themes include the impact of speculative projects on development timelines, the evolving landscape of long-duration storage technologies, and the role of federal incentives in renewable energy. The discussion also covers PR challenges for data centers, grid-connected versus behind-the-meter solutions, and the nuanced relationship between data center developers, utilities, and end users.</p><p><br><strong>Timestamped Overview:</strong><br>00:00 Rising demand for copper mining<br>06:11 Challenges in energy transmission<br>09:50 Challenges with data center power needs<br>11:04 Challenges for Data Center Development<br>16:12 Land strategy for renewable projects<br>18:24 Challenges in grid development collaboration<br>22:14 Rise of renewable energy in data centers<br>25:09 Discussing project site opportunities<br>27:58 Focusing on regional solar projects<br>32:53 Utility procurement and renewable energy trends<br>36:28 Long duration energy storage<br>38:27 Federal tax credits discussion<br>43:33 Discussing solar energy basics</p>
April 8, 2026
Revolutionizing Data Centers with Nuclear Solutions
<p>In this episode, Raymond Hawkins, Chief Revenue Officer at Compass Datacenters, sits down with Matt Loszak, co-founder and CEO of Aalo Atomics. Matt Loszak shares his personal journey from growing up with severe asthma in Ontario—an experience that inspired his fascination with nuclear energy after coal plant closures led to both cleaner air and the end of his symptoms. His career spans from nuclear engineering studies to successful tech entrepreneurship, and eventually back to his roots in the energy sector with Aalo Atomics.</p><p>The discussion explores the current and future challenges of powering rapidly scaling data centers, focusing on the unprecedented demand for clean, scalable electricity. Topics include the limitations of the current grid, the viability of modular and “extra modular” reactor technologies, and the promise of vertically integrated nuclear solutions. Matt Loszak offers deep insights into Aalo’s business model, the economics of on-site power generation, and the transformative potential of fast, factory-built nuclear power for the data center industry.</p><p><br><strong>Timestamped Overview</strong><br>00:00 Intro & Matt’s Background<br>03:55 From software to nuclear impact<br>07:16 Engineering Leader in Nuclear Innovation<br>11:16 Nuclear Power The Future Answer<br>16:28 Revolutionizing SMRs Lessons from SpaceX<br>17:19 Vertical integration to solve delays<br>21:15 Smaller plants over gigawatt nuclear<br>24:50 Configurable real-time power solutions<br>28:50 Pipeline vs power grid infrastructure<br>31:37 Energy challenges in industry operations<br>35:27 Nuclear the big picture solution<br>39:56 Optimal small nuclear innovation<br>40:35 Aalo’s customer-focused design approach</p>
March 11, 2026
Decarbonizing Digital Infrastructure for Sustainable Data Centers
<p>In this episode, host Raymond Hawkins, Chief Customer Officer at Compass Datacenters, sits down with Miranda Gardiner, leader of the iMasons Climate Accord. Miranda Gardiner brings a rich international background—having lived and worked across Iowa, Germany, San Francisco, Abu Dhabi, and more—with deep expertise in sustainability, architecture, and green building initiatives. Her journey includes significant work at the U.S. Green Building Council and hands-on involvement with sustainable projects worldwide.</p><p>The conversation explores the rapidly evolving role of data centers in a world increasingly focused on power demand, decarbonization, and environmental responsibility. Topics span the exponential growth in data center energy needs, nuclear and renewable energy’s place in the power mix, and the critical importance of sustainable materials and supply chains. Raymond and Miranda discuss the collaborative structure of the Climate Accord—including governing bodies and working groups—addressing how the industry is innovating toward measurable climate goals, equipment standards, and new ways to balance digital growth with planetary stewardship.</p><p><br><strong>Timestamped Overview</strong><br>00:00 Sustainable Design and Global Impact<br>06:20 Solo hike in Austria<br>09:48 Capturing Energy from Lightning<br>10:49 Fortuitous Career Transition Story<br>13:52 Collaborative Leadership in Decarbonization<br>17:55 Strategic Alliances for Clean Energy<br>21:50 Powering Digital Interactions at Scale<br>23:55 Energy challenges and perceptions<br>29:10 Industry Leaders Drive Climate Action<br>32:07 Building a Greener Future Together<br>33:48 Equipment and Environmental Collaboration<br>38:03 Responsible Digital Infrastructure Insights</p>
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