Schneider Electric’s Galaxy VXL UPS Powers the Future of AI with Scalable, Efficient Energy Solutions

Manila, Philippines – As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to fuel a surge in energy consumption, Schneider Electric, a global leader in digital energy management and automation, is empowering Philippine data centers to meet this demand sustainably. The company has launched the Galaxy VXL, a next-generation uninterruptible power supply (UPS) engineered to handle high-density AI workloads with advanced power protection, efficiency, and scalability—all within a compact footprint.

AI's rapid advancement is reshaping digital infrastructure, with computing capacity doubling roughly every 100 days. “This growth is expected to drive a 4.2-fold increase in data center power usage between 2023 and 2028,” said Abraham Lim, Vice President for Secure Power and Industrial Automation at Schneider Electric Philippines.

According to the Electric Power Research Institute, AI operations such as image and video generation consume dramatically more energy than traditional internet activities—up to ten times more per query. With over 5.56 billion internet users globally, AI adoption is contributing to a projected 26% to 36% annual increase in energy usage tied to AI over the coming years.

This exponential rise highlights the need for smarter, more energy-efficient digital infrastructure. Speaking at Innovation Day 2025 Philippines, Schneider Electric East Asia Zone President Pang XingJian stressed, “Without advancements in technology, the world’s 9 billion daily searches could add 10 TWh to global electricity consumption each year. We must rethink how data centers are built and managed.”

Efficiency at the Core: Introducing Galaxy VXL

To address this challenge, Schneider Electric unveiled the Galaxy VXL UPS—an ultra-efficient, modular solution tailored for the AI era. Boasting a power density of up to 1042 kW/m², the system delivers up to 1.25 MW in a compact 1.2 m² frame and scales to 5 MW with four units in parallel.

Designed for hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centers, as well as critical infrastructure across commercial and industrial sectors, Galaxy VXL offers:

Modular, scalable design: 125 kW/3U power modules for flexible, pay-as-you-grow expansion

Space-saving footprint: 52% smaller than industry average, with full front access and no rear clearance

High operational efficiency: Up to 99% in eConversion mode and 97.5% in double conversion, with Smart Power Test (SPoT) for energy savings

Lower CapEx and OpEx: Improved total cost of ownership through optimized performance and easier maintenance

Robust resilience: Conformal-coated boards, seismic kit readiness, and a 100kA short circuit rating

Built-in cybersecurity: IEC 62443-4-2 certified with Live Swap modules for zero-downtime replacement

Prolonged equipment life: 24/7 AI-enabled predictive maintenance via EcoStruxure Service Plan, reducing disruptions by up to 50%

Ideal for modular data centers: Compact, high-performance design built for prefabricated environments

“AI is transforming every aspect of the data center—from rack density to cooling and power delivery,” said Lim. “Meeting this challenge isn’t just about supplying more energy—it’s about building intelligent, sustainable infrastructure that’s scalable, cost-efficient, and environmentally responsible.”

Efficiency: The Next Competitive Differentiator

As energy prices rise and sustainability becomes a strategic priority, operational efficiency is now a key differentiator for data centers and energy leaders. With Galaxy VXL, operators benefit from modular scalability, reduced emissions, and lower total cost of ownership—while supporting the shift to prefabricated, high-density data center designs.

To meet growing global demand, Schneider Electric is ramping up production capacity, aiming to manufacture over 9,000 Galaxy VXL units annually by 2025.